Systems Engineer III
Are you a Systems Engineer looking for an innovative role?
Do you enjoy being part of a team that works with a diverse range of technology?
About our Team:
We are looking for a DevOps Engineer to join our Technology, Infrastructure, and Operations group. In this role, you will work closely with global engineering teams to design, build, and operate scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure.
This is a hands-on technical role focused on building and operating platforms. You will contribute to shared infrastructure, improve automation, and enhance the reliability and performance of our systems.
You’ll play a key role in shaping DevOps best practices, improving developer experience, and driving operational excellence across multiple products.
About the Role:
Systems Engineer III role focused on designing, building, and maintaining scalable, secure AWS infrastructure. Responsibilities include managing IaC (Terraform), CI/CD pipelines, production Kubernetes, observability, and incident response, plus driving automation and cost optimization. Requires 4+ years' hands-on DevOps experience, strong AWS/Kubernetes/Terraform skills, and scripting proficiency (Python/Bash). Ideal candidate is a hands-on owner who collaborates well across distributed, global teams.
Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure on AWS.
- Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform.
- Build, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable reliable and fast software delivery.
- Implement and improve observability (monitoring, logging, alerting) to ensure system reliability.
- Troubleshoot complex production issues and drive root cause analysis and resolution.
- Collaborate with Development and Product teams to improve system performance, reliability, and developer productivity.
- Optimize cloud usage and contribute to cost efficiency and governance.
- Contribute to automation initiatives to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.
- Contribute to shared platform engineering efforts across global DevOps teams.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience in DevOps / Cloud Engineering roles in a product-based environment.
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS
- Solid experience with Kubernetes in production environments.
- Proven expertise in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred).
- Strong experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
- Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., New Relic, Prometheus, ELK stack).
- Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, networking, and application layers.
- Proficiency in at least one scripting/programming language (Python, Bash, or similar).
- Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Good understanding of cloud security, networking, and system design principles.
- Strong sense of ownership and ability to work independently in a distributed team.
- AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer, etc.).
- Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet).
- Familiarity with data systems like PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch.
- Experience with containerization (Docker) and microservices architectures.
- Exposure to cost optimization strategies in cloud environments.
- Understanding of release management and deployment strategies.
- Experience working in large-scale, multi-product environments.
Work in a way that works for you: -
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that we offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, family leave and tuition reimbursement, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.
Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
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At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
- Group Health Insurance Policy (covering self and family)
- Group Life insurance/accident policy
- Generous long-service awards
- New Baby gift
- Subsidized food provided (applies to India- Chennai)
- Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, Gazetted Public Holiday and Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Free Transport provided to and from the office (applies to India-Chennai)
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A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s
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Skills Required
- 4+ years of experience in DevOps or Cloud Engineering roles
- Hands-on experience with AWS
- Production experience with Kubernetes
- Expertise with Infrastructure as Code, preferably Terraform
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with monitoring and observability tools
- Troubleshooting experience across infrastructure, networking, and application layers
- Proficiency in Python, Bash, or a similar scripting or programming language
- Experience working in Agile environments and cross-functional teams
- Understanding of cloud security, networking, and system design principles
- Ability to work independently with strong ownership in a distributed team
- AWS certification such as Solutions Architect or DevOps Engineer
- Experience with Ansible or Puppet
- Familiarity with PostgreSQL or Elasticsearch
- Experience with Docker and microservices architectures
- Exposure to cloud cost optimization strategies
- Understanding of release management and deployment strategies
- Experience in large-scale, multi-product environments
Elsevier Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests paid time off spans vacation, holidays, sick days, bereavement, military leave, and volunteer time. Family-related leave options are also emphasized as part of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness initiatives, and an EAP form a comprehensive health offering. Gym support and wellbeing hubs reinforce an ongoing health and wellness focus.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement programs include a 401(k)/retirement plan and pension options, with long-term savings vehicles such as an employee stock purchase plan also available. These elements contribute to a sense of financial security beyond base pay.
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What We Do
Elsevier is a world-leading provider of information solutions that enhance the performance of science, health, and technology professionals, empowering them to make better decisions, and deliver better care. Because informed decisions lead to better outcomes, Elsevier is a leader in information and analytics for customers across the global research and health ecosystems. Elsevier helps researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. We do this by facilitating insights and critical decision-making for customers across the global research and health ecosystems.
