AWS Technical Project Manager/Deployment Engineer: A Key Role in Modernizing Infrastructure
* Contract: 12-Month Extendable Term
* Location: Remote to Switzerland (with occasional visits to the company's site in the north)
* Language: English
We are assisting a reputable holding company in their search for an external AWS Technical Project Manager/Deployment Engineer to oversee their deployment initiatives after migration completion.
The company is embarking on a transformative migration project, transitioning legacy on-premise systems to AWS. This project is critical for modernizing infrastructure, enhancing scalability, and improving operational efficiency. Once completed, AWS will be fully integrated into the infrastructure. The AWS Technical Project Manager/Deployment Engineer will play a key role in managing and executing the deployment phase, ensuring a smooth and efficient transition.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead and manage a team of engineers during the deployment phase, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure effective team operation and project goals.
2. Develop and oversee a comprehensive deployment plan, detailing timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
3. Coordinate the end-to-end deployment of AWS, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
4. Actively participate in hands-on AWS infrastructure deployment, providing technical expertise and support to troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure successful implementation.
5. Maintain detailed documentation of the deployment process, including configurations, changes, and best practices.
6. Prepare regular reports on project status, milestones, and outcomes for stakeholders and senior management.
Requirements:
* Strong background in AWS, with extensive experience in implementing/deploying cloud solutions.
* Proven experience in managing cloud projects, with a solid understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
* Good understanding of SCRUM methodology and its application in project management.
* Strong technical skills in cloud implementation and deployment.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.