URGENT NEED - Technical Project Manager (AWS DevOps) ------ Chicago, IL - HYBRID - Local

Location : Chicago, IL - Hybrid

Duration : 6 to 12 months

Chicago (local Candidates only)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

1. DevOps AWS Project Manager typically oversees cloud-based infrastructure projects that leverage AWS and DevOps practices. They ensure efficient and secure deployment pipelines, enhance team collaboration, and manage project timelines. Here's an outline of key responsibilities and qualifications for this role:

Responsibilities
Project Planning & Coordination
Define project scope, objectives, and timelines with stakeholders.
Plan and manage AWS cloud infrastructure projects from initiation through to deployment, including budget and resource management.
Develop and manage detailed project schedules, milestones, and workflows for continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) pipelines.

2.Team Leadership & Collaboration
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including DevOps engineers, software developers, QA, and operations staff.
Promote a collaborative DevOps culture to streamline workflows and improve team productivity.
Facilitate regular project meetings, sprint planning, and reviews to ensure alignment and resolve blockers.

3.DevOps & AWS Infrastructure Oversight
Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of AWS-based infrastructure, focusing on security, scalability, and cost optimization.
Ensure best practices in cloud deployment, automation, and CI/CD pipeline management.
Manage infrastructure as code (IaC) with tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Ansible.

4.Risk & Compliance Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with organizational security and regulatory standards.
Oversee the monitoring and reporting of project metrics, system performance, and health to maintain reliable and secure cloud environments.

5.Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

Act as the point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular project updates and performance reports.
Ensure stakeholder requirements are met, managing expectations and addressing any concerns.
Prepare and deliver presentations on project progress, achievements, and issues to executive leadership.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Experience:
8+ years of project management experience, ideally within DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or AWS environments.
Familiarity with DevOps methodologies and tools (Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.).
Strong experience managing AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch, etc.).

Project Management Skills:
Proficiency with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban) and tools (JIRA, Asana, Trello).
Experience in managing CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure deployments.

Technical Knowledge:
Understanding of IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and configuration management.
Basic knowledge of networking, security, and server management on cloud platforms.

Soft Skills:
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality, timely results.

Certifications (preferred):
AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer.
Project management certifications like PMP, Agile, or Scrum Master.
In this role, the DevOps AWS Project Manager bridges technical and managerial aspects, ensuring the smooth delivery of cloud solutions aligned with the organization's strategic goals.