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ALI FARAZ RIZVI

ALI FARAZ RIZVI

DevOps And SRE Specialist
Dubai

Summary

As a DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) professional, I excel in bridging the gap between development and operations, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficient delivery of software solutions. With a passion for automation and scalability.

My expertise lies in designing and implementing robust CI/CD pipelines, leveraging cutting-edge tools and technologies to automate the build, test, and deployment processes. I possess in-depth knowledge of containerization platforms like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes, enabling efficient container management and scalable deployments.

In summary, I am a dedicated DevOps and SRE professional committed to enabling agile development, automation, and scalability. With my expertise, I ensure reliable and efficient software delivery, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and enabling organizations to stay ahead in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Senior DevOps Engineer

Huspy
Dubai
08.2022 - Current

Senior DevOps professional with expertise in AWS services, ArgoCD, Terraform, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Puppet, Vault and DataDog . Experienced leader adept at guiding and motivating high-performing teams to achieve exceptional results. Skilled in providing clear direction, fostering collaboration, and empowering team members to reach their full potential. Skilled in designing and automating scalable infrastructure, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and managing Kubernetes deployments. Proficient in leveraging AWS services for reliable and highly available architectures. Experienced in infrastructure-as-code using Terraform and configuration management tools like puppet. Strong focus on monitoring, troubleshooting, and ensuring security and compliance. Collaborative mindset, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive efficient processes and foster a culture of collaboration. Dedicated to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality software solutions.

Lead DevOps Engineer

Dubizzle
Dubai
09.2021 - 07.2022

Proficient in strategic planning, resource allocation, and effective decision-making to drive project success. Strong communication and interpersonal skills enable seamless coordination and alignment across team members, stakeholders, and senior management. Senior DevOps professional with expertise in a wide range of tools including AWS Services, Python, Terraform, Kubernetes on EKS, Helm, Imperva, Ansible, Puppet, and RabbitMQ. Proven track record of building and setting up development tools and infrastructure using Terraform, automating and enhancing development and release processes. Committed to ensuring robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard systems. Skilled in identifying and resolving technical issues through software updates. Adept at optimizing costs on AWS and other platforms. Experienced in project planning, management, and defining development, testing, release, update, and support processes. Strong focus on CI/CD implementation and roadmap development.

Devops-SRE

Rakuten India
Bangalore
06.2020 - 06.2021

Experienced leader in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) with a track record of successfully leading teams to ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of complex systems. Skilled in recruiting, mentoring, and motivating SRE professionals to achieve operational excellence. Proficient in defining and implementing SRE best practices, incident management processes, and service-level objectives (SLOs). Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities enable effective troubleshooting and resolution of system issues. Collaborative and proactive, I foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and automation to enhance system performance and reduce downtime. Committed to building strong cross-functional partnerships and driving alignment between development, operations, and other stakeholders. As a leader, I prioritize the growth and development of team members, creating an environment that values collaboration, learning, and excellence in SRE practices.

Team Lead & Onsite Lead

Cargill Business Services
Bangalore
05.2017 - 06.2020

Experienced leader in DevOps with a proven track record of successfully leading and managing high-performing teams. Skilled in developing and implementing DevOps strategies, driving continuous integration and delivery, and streamlining software development and deployment processes. Proficient in leveraging a wide range of tools and technologies, including cloud platforms (such as AWS or Azure), CI/CD pipelines, configuration management, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Strong in fostering collaboration, communication, and cross-functional alignment to ensure efficient and seamless workflows across development, operations, and other stakeholders. Committed to driving innovation, process improvement, and scalability while nurturing a culture of collaboration, learning, and high-performance within the DevOps team.

Consultant

HCL Technologies
Bangalore
03.2015 - 05.2017

Enthusiastic and motivated DevOps with a strong foundation in software development and a passion for automation and continuous improvement. Eager to contribute to the success of organizations by leveraging DevOps principles and tools to streamline development processes and enhance system reliability. Possesses knowledge of cloud platforms (such as AWS or Azure), version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and basic scripting skills. A quick learner with excellent problem-solving abilities, able to adapt to new technologies and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, with a strong drive to make a positive impact in the field of DevOps.

Associate Software

Synechron Technologies Ltd
Pune
03.2014 - 03.2015

Highly skilled and dedicated software developer with a passion for creating efficient and scalable solutions. Proficient in various programming languages and frameworks, with a strong foundation in software development principles. Experienced in designing, developing, testing, and debugging software applications, with a focus on writing clean and maintainable code. Collaborative team player, adept at working in Agile environments and effectively communicating with cross-functional teams. Continuously learning and staying up to date with the latest technologies and best practices in the software development industry. Committed to delivering high-quality software solutions that meet user requirements and drive business success.

Associate Consultant

HCL Technologies Ltd
Bangalore
07.2011 - 03.2014

Highly skilled and experienced developer with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions. Proficient in a wide range of programming languages and frameworks, with expertise in Tibco suites. Adept at translating complex business requirements into scalable and efficient technical solutions. Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, consistently delivering innovative and optimized code. Experienced in leading development teams, providing guidance, and mentoring junior developers. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, enabling effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management. Committed to staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, continuously expanding knowledge and expertise. As a developer, I strive to drive technical excellence, deliver impactful results, and contribute to the success of projects and organizations.

Education

Master of Engineering - Software Engineering

Birla Institute of Technology And Science, Pilani
Pilani, India
06.2020 - 05.2022

B.Tech -

SRM University
Delhi, India
01.2007 - 04.2011

Skills

    AWS Services

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Certification

AWS Associate Solution Architect

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Quote

I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage

Timeline

Senior DevOps Engineer

Huspy
08.2022 - Current

Terraform Associate

06-2022

Lead DevOps Engineer

Dubizzle
09.2021 - 07.2022

Master of Engineering - Software Engineering

Birla Institute of Technology And Science, Pilani
06.2020 - 05.2022

Devops-SRE

Rakuten India
06.2020 - 06.2021

AWS Associate Solution Architect

12-2019

AWS Cloud Practitioner

11-2019

Dell Boomi Developer

05-2018

Team Lead & Onsite Lead

Cargill Business Services
05.2017 - 06.2020

Consultant

HCL Technologies
03.2015 - 05.2017

Associate Software

Synechron Technologies Ltd
03.2014 - 03.2015

Associate Consultant

HCL Technologies Ltd
07.2011 - 03.2014

B.Tech -

SRM University
01.2007 - 04.2011
ALI FARAZ RIZVIDevOps And SRE Specialist