Salahuddin Abbasi

DevOps/SRE Engineer

Mumbai

Summary

Highly skilled and certified DevOps Engineer (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) with a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, high-availability systems. Possesses a deep understanding of cloud-native technologies, CI/CD pipelines, and high-availability architecture, enabling the development of robust, efficient, and secure systems. Known for strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, excelling as both a collaborative team player and an independent contributor. Purpose-driven and committed to delivering exceptional results, optimizing processes, and driving organizational success through innovative solutions.

Overview

years of professional experience

years of post-secondary education

Certifications

Languages

Work History

DevOps Engineer

Capgemini

11.2018 - Current

Designed and implemented robust CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments using Git, GitHub, and Jenkins, significantly improving deployment efficiency and reducing manual intervention.
Deployed and managed scalable Kubernetes clusters, seamlessly integrating them with CI/CD workflows to ensure consistent and reliable application delivery.
Developed and optimized Docker containers, creating custom images, managing Docker repositories, and standardizing environments across development and production.
Configured and administered AWS services, including S3 bucket creation, website hosting, and leveraging cloud capabilities to enhance scalability and reliability.
Automated deployment and configuration management tasks using Ansible, streamlining operational processes and minimizing human error.
Managed and optimized Apache/Tomcat web servers, integrating MySQL databases to support complex, high-availability web applications.
Monitored and improved application availability, proactively resolving production issues to minimize downtime and maintain service-level agreements (SLAs).
Collaborated with international clients to troubleshoot and resolve critical application issues, ensuring client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
Authored comprehensive documentation and conducted structured training sessions to enhance team collaboration, knowledge sharing, and operational efficiency.
Led a high-performing team of 5 members, offering hands-on guidance during critical production incidents, conducting knowledge transfer (KT) sessions, and fostering a culture of innovation and problem-solving for timely issue resolution.

Linux System Administrator

Avhan Technologies

08.2017 - 11.2018

Administered and secured user accounts, managing sudo privileges and implementing robust access controls using iptables to enhance system security.
Automated custom release checks through shell scripting, and implemented Nagios for real-time infrastructure monitoring, improving system reliability and reducing downtime.
Led the migration of systems from RHEL5 to RHEL6, meticulously planning and executing the transition to ensure minimal downtime and uninterrupted operations.
Configured and managed local YUM repositories, mounting ISO images to facilitate seamless package installations and system updates.
Prepared and executed detailed change implementation plans and developed monthly activity schedules, aligning with business objectives and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
Conducted training sessions for team members, enhancing technical expertise, operational knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration.
Collaborated with clients to identify and implement process improvements, streamlining workflows and boosting efficiency across operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Mumbai University

04.2001 - 04.2016

Skills

Linux operating system

Certification

Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

Timeline