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Stepan Papazian

Denver,CO

Summary

Experienced DevOps Engineer with over 4 years of expertise in creating, deploying, and managing software tools using modern methods. Skilled in containerization, Jenkins, Kubernetes, and CI/CD processes. Collaborative team player, aiding Engineering teams from design to problem-solving in production. Thrives on automating tasks for smooth large-scale system management and welcomes new challenges in a dynamic setting.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior SRE Engineer

Magnite
Denver, CO
06.2022 - Current
  • CI/CD Automation: Developed scripts utilizing Jira, GitHub, and Slack APIs to automate release process. This integration enhanced communication and operational efficiency by automating creation of tickets, sending Slack notifications, and updating GitHub repositories.
  • Git Automation for Kubernetes: Developed automation tools to create Git repositories with Helm charts, enabling developers to efficiently transition applications to Kubernetes
  • K8s Optimization: Refactor deployment process for Kubernetes, reducing deployment time by 50%, leading to significant time and resource savings.
  • System and Software Upgrades: Managed and executed upgrades for operating systems, ArgoCD, Jenkins, and Kubernetes components.
  • Jenkins Configuration: Implemented Jenkins Configuration as Code (JCASC) to standardize and automate pipeline setups across development teams, significantly reducing manual configuration errors.
  • Puppet Configuration Management: Managed over 1000 hosts using Puppet to automate configuration and ensure compliance across diverse environments, streamlining operations and maintaining system consistency at scale.

DevOps Engineer

VTB
Moscow
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • CI/CD System Development: Coordinated with Development and QA teams to establish efficient CI/CD systems using TeamCity and Bitbucket, improving pipeline reliability and deployment speeds.
  • OpenShift Optimization: Enhanced and optimized existing OpenShift environments by implementing auto-scaling features and continuous integration automation.
  • Deployment Process Improvement: Collaborated with engineering teams to refine deployment processes, focusing on scalability and reliability.
  • Environment Management: Administered Development, QA, and Production environments, ensuring optimal operation and stability.
  • Technical Expertise in Container Technologies: Utilized Docker, Helm, and OpenShift to effectively deploy, manage, and maintain container-based platforms, significantly contributing to organizational success.

DevOps Engineer

Sber
Moscow
06.2020 - 07.2021
  • DevOps Team Collaboration: Played key role in DevOps team focused on developing and automating operations to enhance overall efficiency and performance.
  • Automation Design: Engineered automation solutions to bolster critical development pipelines, processes, and infrastructure, ensuring robust and scalable systems.
  • Software Development Collaboration: Worked closely with Software Engineering team to design, construct, test, and deploy software releases and new infrastructure components, aligning development and operational goals.
  • Build Gate Integration: Implemented build gates including regression tests, linting, and security scans within code deployment pipelines, significantly reducing bugs and enhancing pre-release quality assurance.
  • Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshot and resolved complex technical issues, maintaining system stability and functionality.

Java Developer

JavaRush
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Microservices Development: Developed microservices using Java Spring Boot, focusing on building scalable and efficient service-oriented architectures.
  • Java Application Maintenance: Supported and maintained existing Java applications, ensuring their optimal performance and reliability.
  • Database Management: Worked with various databases to manage data storage, retrieval, and manipulation, enhancing data-driven decision-making.
  • RESTful API Design and Development: Designed and developed Java RESTful APIs to provide robust data services for web and mobile applications, facilitating seamless data integration and user experience.

Tunnel Engineer

HNTB
New York City
05.2017 - 01.2019
  • Implement innovative tunnel design solutions to optimize construction costs and timelines, ensuring high-quality project delivery and client satisfaction
  • Develop and implement safety protocols specific to tunnel construction projects to ensure well-being of workers and success of project
  • Applied lean principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in various engineering projects.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.

Education

Master of Science - Bridges and Tunnels

Moscow State University of Railway Engineering
Moscow, Russia
06.2014

Skills

  • Docker
  • Microservices Architecture
  • Agile
  • API
  • Jenkins
  • Kubernetes
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • CI/CD
  • Groovy
  • Monitoring

Timeline

Senior SRE Engineer

Magnite
06.2022 - Current

DevOps Engineer

VTB
08.2021 - 04.2022

DevOps Engineer

Sber
06.2020 - 07.2021

Java Developer

JavaRush
01.2020 - 05.2020

Tunnel Engineer

HNTB
05.2017 - 01.2019

Master of Science - Bridges and Tunnels

Moscow State University of Railway Engineering

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