Critical Start - DevOps Engineer II - Site Reliability

Who We Are :

At Critical Start, were on a mission to make everyone a valued member of a winning team, united by an inspiring purpose : shaping the future of cybersecurity. Since 2012, weve been dedicated to safeguarding organizations from cyberattacks, preparing for evolving threats, and earning recognition for our innovative contributions to the industry.

We thrive in an agile, collaborative environment that fosters creativity and action. At Critical Start, innovation drives everything we do.

We pioneered the first MOBILESOC app for on-the-go threat detection and response, automated alert resolutions to maximize efficiency, and cut alert investigation time by 99.3% transforming the way cybersecurity teams work. Our team and customers genuinely value the impact we make every day.

Want to hear more from our team? Watch this video to gain insights into life at Critical Start or check out our Glassdoor reviews for an inside look.

What can we offer you?

A chance to make an impact every daywhether protecting customers or contributing to a greater mission.

Collaboration with talented, supportive teammates who value accountability and growth.

A commitment to continuous improvement, striving for excellence, and breaking past mediocrity.

A culture of learning, innovation, and inclusivity, where every idea matters.

Recognition for being at the forefront of the industryweve received accolades that prove were doing something right.

A supportive environment where you belong and your contributions truly matter, as one team member put it : Every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth, and the culture is unlike any other.

Who You Are :

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer II to join the Critical Start Technologies Private Ltd. team, operating under the Critical Start umbrella, for our India operations.

• The ideal candidate brings 3-5 years of hands-on experience in cloud-native infrastructure, CI / CD automation, and Infrastructure as Code.
• You bring advanced skills in AWS and Terraform, a strong understanding of scalable systems, and a mindset geared toward security, resilience, and automation-first practices.
• The ideal candidate has worked in complex environments with microservices, container orchestration, and multi-account AWS structures.
• You take pride in building robust DevOps pipelines and actively contribute to architectural and operational decisions.
• Experience leading small initiatives or mentoring junior engineers is a plus.

What You Will Be Doing?

As a DevOps Engineer II, you will be a technical contributor and enabler for scalable infrastructure delivery and automation practices.

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What You Will Qualifications :

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What It's Like Working Here :

Imagine a dynamic, enjoyable, and rewarding work environment. We are professionals, and the work we do holds immense significance, like saving our customers from potential disasters.

However, we believe in not taking ourselves too seriously. Prefer a casual dress code every day? No problem, as we find comfort enhances our thinking.

What does our Compensation and Benefits package entail?

We prioritize your privacy and security.

Please note that Critical Start will never request financial information or sensitive personal data during the interview process. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and trustworthy hiring experience.

Critical Start welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

One of our core values is to Do whats best for our employees, and that starts with the hiring process by finding the best candidates and providing an environment that upholds equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, strictly prohibiting any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy encompasses all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Mental And Physical Requirements :

It's important to note that specific physical and mental requirements may vary depending on the nature of the office job, organization, and individual responsibilities.

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