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MactoresAWS DevOps Engineer (Freelancer)
Mactores operates as an agent-native AWS modernization firm that assists enterprises in migrating legacy infrastructure to the cloud and retiring outdated systems. The company utilizes the…
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About this role
AWS DevOps Engineer (Freelancer) at Mactores is a contract role. Work arrangement: Remote. Location: Applicants in United States only. No salary is shown in this listing. It was posted on Oct 5, 2026. This listing is paused and not taking applications at the moment.
Job Description
Mactores operates as an agent-native AWS modernization firm that assists enterprises in migrating legacy infrastructure to the cloud and retiring outdated systems. The company utilizes the Aedeon platform to handle repetitive tasks such as discovery and validation, allowing engineers to focus on architectural decisions and project cutovers. This remote, freelance AWS DevOps Engineer position falls under the Application and Database Modernization pillar.
In this client-facing role, you will build and manage cloud environments, configure automation tools, and create scalable infrastructure for big data workloads. You will handle tasks including build and release cycles, operations, and maintenance activities while collaborating directly with customers to manage expectations. The position suits an independent professional with strong Linux or Windows administration skills, proficiency in Infrastructure as Code, and hands-on experience with cloud platforms. You will operate within a forward-deployed delivery model, focusing your billed hours on reliability engineering and automation rather than manual checklists.
The organization values collaboration, curiosity, and leadership, guided by ten core principles. Candidates must pass a pre-employment assessment, managerial interviews, and an HR discussion during the hiring process. Equal opportunity employment practices are applied throughout recruitment and all other aspects of the professional relationship.
Responsibilities
- Automate infrastructure creation using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation
- Run application configuration management and enable Infrastructure as Code
- Manage the build and release cycle for customer projects
- Share responsibility for deploying releases and handling operational and maintenance activities
- Improve operations infrastructure including Jenkins clusters, Bitbucket, Consul, Graphite, and Grafana
- Provide operational support for engineering teams and migrate legacy infrastructure to the cloud
- Establish and enforce operational best practices such as automated system health check monitoring
- Build scalable infrastructure for data platforms including Amazon EMR, Redshift, and SageMaker
- Build CI pipelines and train the team in DevOps practices
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience using Terraform for Infrastructure as Code
- 4+ years of configuration management and engineering experience for large-scale customers
- 4+ years of Linux or Windows administration experience
- 4+ years of experience with version control systems including git branching and merging strategies
- 2+ years of experience working with AWS infrastructure and platform services
- 2+ years of experience with cloud automation tools such as Ansible and Chef
- Exposure to container services on AWS including Kubernetes, ECS, and EKS
- Proactive approach to improving system reliability with strong follow-through
Qualifications
- Expertise across multiple cloud providers including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
- AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Associate certification
- AWS DevOps Professional certification
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What is the employment type and location for this role?
This is a remote, freelance contract engagement.
What is the salary for this position?
The salary or compensation is not stated in the source posting.
What are the core technical requirements for applicants?
Applicants need at least 4 years of experience with Terraform, configuration management, Linux or Windows administration, and git version control, alongside 2 years of experience with AWS infrastructure and cloud automation tools like Ansible or Chef.
What does the recruitment process involve?
The hiring process consists of a pre-employment assessment evaluating technical proficiency, multiple managerial discussions covering skills and leadership, and a 30-minute HR discussion.
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