Specialist - Software Engineering - AppOps Engineer (Cloud & Kubernetes)

Role descriptionRole Overview:We are looking for an AppOps Engineer with strong experience in release management, deployment, and production support in a cloud-native environment.The role focuses on ensuring stable, reliable, and scalable application operations, especially in upper environments (PPD/Prod), through effective deployment practices, monitoring, and issue resolution.The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Kubernetes, GitLab-based deployments, and troubleshooting production issues, along with strong collaboration and communication skills. Key Responsibilities:1). Manage release and deployment activities across environments (especially PPD and Production)2). Create, review, and manage Merge Requests (MRs) in GitLab as part of deployment workflows3). Follow Git branching strategies and ensure proper version control practices4). Monitor deployments using Argo CD (GitOps) and ensure successful rollout of applications5). Handle production readiness, release coordination, and deployment windows6). Work closely with Dev teams, QA, and stakeholders during deployments and testing cycles. Monitor system health using:1). Dynatrace (application performance monitoring)2). Splunk (log analysis)3). Moog soft ( tracking & correlation) Perform incident troubleshooting and root cause analysis:1). Pod failures2). Deployment/configuration issues3). Kafka connectivity, network, and environment issues Technical Skills Required:1). Cloud & Kubernetes: Strong hands-on experience with AWS (EKS), CloudWatch and other services.2). Solid understanding of: Kubernetes architecture3). Pod lifecycle: Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps4). Experience using kubectl commands for troubleshooting5). Strong experience with: GitLab and Git branching strategies.6). Experience with Argo CD for application deployment and monitoring, Understanding of GitOps-based deployment model.7). Hands-on experience with Helm charts, Helm lint, Managing application configurations using Helm.8). Monitoring & Observability: Dynatrace (APM monitoring), Splunk (logs & debugging) and Moogsoft (s & incidents)9). Scripting & OS: Linux and Shell / Bash / PowerShell10). Ability to troubleshoot at system and application level, Messaging & Integration11). Basic knowledge of Kafka (producers, brokers, connectivity issues)12). Scheduling / Batch: Experience with Control-M for job scheduling and monitoring13). Experience working in Agile environment (Scrum / SAFe)14). Participation in: Sprint planning and PI planning15). Use of Jira (task tracking) and Confluence (documentation)16). Continuous Integration and Continuous Integration17). DAST Scanning mechanism. Good to Have:1). Understanding of banking/payment systems and environments2). Experience working with multi-environment setups (QA, PPD, PROD)3). Exposure to Chaos Testing / resilience validation Soft Skills:1). Strong communication and coordination skills2). Ability to handle production-critical environments calmly3). Good problem-solving and analytical thinking4). Ability to work both independently and in teams5). Proactive approach towards learning and improvementOther detailsActual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, performance and internal equity.Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with LTIMindtree (“LTIM”):Benefits and Perks:Comprehensive Medical Plan Covering Medical, Dental, VisionShort Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage401(k) Plan with Company matchLife InsuranceVacation Time, Sick Leave, Paid HolidaysPaid Paternity and Maternity LeaveThe range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum salary target for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and job level and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Depending on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of overall compensation like an annual performance-based bonus, sales incentive pay and other forms of bonus or variable compensation.Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information provided herein is accurate as of the date ofthis posting.LTIMindtree is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. Ouremployment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (includingpregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin,ancestry, age, family-care status, veteran status, marital status, civil union status, domesticpartnership status, military service, handicap or disability or history of handicap or disability, geneticinformation, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, union affiliation, affectional or sexual orientationor preference, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, exceptwhere such considerations are bona fide occupational qualifications permitted by law.