Software Configuration/Release Engineer - Atlanta, GA - Hybrid

Senior Software Configuration / Release Engineer (AWS)

Location: Hybrid (2 days onsite per week)
Interview Mode: On-site only
Employment Type: Contract (Extension Possible)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Software Configuration / Release Engineer to design, automate, and maintain cloud configuration and infrastructure processes across AWS environments. This role plays a key part in ensuring secure, scalable, and highly available cloud platforms using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and best-in-class DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Configuration & Automation

• Develop and maintain configuration management processes for AWS environments
• Build and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
• Automate provisioning and lifecycle management of AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, ACM)
• Ensure consistency across Dev, Test, Stage, and Prod environments

Release Engineering & DevOps

• Support CI/CD pipelines using AWS Code Suite (CodeCommit, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, CodePipeline)
• Manage deployments, rollbacks, and environment readiness
• Collaborate with DevOps and Infrastructure teams

Backup, Patching & Compliance

• Design and maintain automated AWS backup strategies
• Implement automated patching workflows
• Conduct audits for configuration, backups, and compliance

Security & Certificate Management

• Manage SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle (installation, renewal, rotation)
• Ensure compliance with security standards and policies

Documentation & Governance

• Maintain documentation for IaC, configurations, and processes
• Provide training and guidance on AWS, Terraform, and automation best practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of configuration management experience
• Strong expertise in Terraform and IaC
• Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, ACM)
• Experience with cloud backup, patching, and security best practices
• Strong knowledge of SSL/TLS certificate management

Preferred Skills

• Scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
• AWS and/or Terraform certifications
• Experience in government or public sector environments
• Experience with Agile tools and project management
• Knowledge of Organizational Change Management (OCM)

Core Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Self-driven and collaborative team player