Hi, my name is

Vahe.

I build scalable and reliable infrastructure for the cloud.

A passionate DevOps engineer leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies to build infrastructure that is robust, efficient, and scalable.

About Me

I am a DevOps engineer with a passion for optimizing cloud infrastructure. With a background in software development and a strong interest in the intersection of technology and innovation, I focus on building and maintaining scalable systems.

I am dedicated to leveraging advanced technologies to drive efficiency and reliability in complex environments.

Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Kubernetes
  • Terraform
  • Ansible
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Prometheus/Grafana
  • Helm
  • GitLab Ci

Experience

Site Reliability Engineer - VOLO
Oct 2022 - present

As a DevOps Engineer at VOLO, I designed and managed cloud-based infrastructure using DevOps tools such as GitLab CI, Kubernetes, GitLab, Pritunl, SonarQube, Terraform, and Azure. I collaborated with software development and IT teams to ensure the infrastructure was secure, scalable, and optimized for high availability and reliability.

Responsibilities:

  • Designed and implemented a highly available and scalable infrastructure using Kubernetes and Terraform.
  • Set up GitLab CI/CD pipelines to automate deployment processes and reduce manual errors.
  • Worked extensively with PostgreSQL for database management and optimization.
  • Implemented Pritunl VPN solution to ensure secure remote access to cloud infrastructure.
  • Configured and maintained SonarQube to improve code quality and detect security vulnerabilities.
  • Optimized application performance and troubleshoot issues.

Achievements:

  • Implemented automated backup and disaster recovery solutions using Kubernetes and Terraform.
  • Reduced deployment time by 50% by implementing GitLab CI/CD pipelines and automating the deployment process.
  • Improved application performance by 20% by optimizing infrastructure and tuning application settings.
  • Designed and implemented a scalable and fault-tolerant PostgreSQL database architecture, reducing downtime and increasing performance. Overall, I was able to gain hands-on experience using a variety of DevOps tools and technologies, collaborating with software development and IT teams to deliver high-quality and reliable services.
DevOps Engineer - Stone Valley
Mar 2020 - Oct 2022

Built and optimized a scalable AWS infrastructure, leveraging Terraform and containerized Jenkins on ECS. Ensured high availability, continuous automation, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to align proje needs with technical solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitored and maintained AWS infrastructure health, including ECS, EC2, and VPC, ensuring reliability and performance through proactive scaling and issue resolution.
  • Continuously automated processes, extending Terraform configurations and refining CI/CD workfl Jenkins to reduce manual intervention
  • Collaborated closely with development and operations teams, gathering requirements to design infrastructure solutions that aligned with stakeholder needs.
  • Managed security and access controls, configuring IAM roles and implementing best practices for da protection across services.
  • Conducted regular infrastructure reviews, identifying and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.

Achievements:

  • Streamlined operational workload through ongoing automation of deployment and monitoring processes.
  • Decreased incident response time by implementing proactive monitoring and alerting, ensuring rapid issue resolution and minimal downtime.
  • Enhanced CI/CD reliability by migrating pipelines to Jenkins and optimizing resource usage on ECS, achieving a 30% increase in deployment efficiency
  • Strengthened team collaboration, delivering infrastructure solutions that consistently met evolving project requirements and stakeholder expectations
DevOps Engineer | Node.js Developer - Due-x LLC
2018 - 2020

Led the development of a server-side application for an automated business monitoring system used by one of RA’s top gas suppliers. Built user authentication, real-time data updates, and cloud-based storage, with additional contributions to the DevOps setup and infrastructure on AWS.

Responsibilities:

  • Developed core server-side application features in Node.js, enabling real-time business monitoring with live statistics via Socket.io.
  • Designed and implemented a user authentication system using session IDs to securely manage user access.
  • Set up and managed cloud-based databases to store and easily access historical station activity data.
  • Actively contributed to DevOps tasks, deploying infrastructure on AWS, managing a high-availability environment on Kubernetes, and utilizing Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Collaborated closely with the team to ensure development and infrastructure aligned with project requirements.

Achievements:

  • Successfully deployed a reliable and scalable cloud infrastructure that ensured high availability for the monitoring system.
  • Enhanced real-time data delivery by implementing efficient backend processes and optimizing communicat via Socket.io.
  • Streamlined infrastructure management and provisioning through IaC with Terraform, reducing setup time for deployments.

Projects

Audiogid
Web Application
Audiogid
An Azure-based online guide tool for museum automation, deployed with Terraform for infrastructure as code. Uses GitHub Actions for CI/CD, enabling automated deployments. Implements Azure Key Vault for secure one-time token activation via QR codes. Logs and metrics are collected via Azure Monitor, ensuring system reliability for both museum admins and customers.
GasSystem
Automation System
GasSystem
A fully automated gas station management system deployed on AWS, leveraging ECS with Fargate for scalable microservices. Uses GitLab CI/CD for automated deployments and real-time updates. Implements WebSocket communication with Socket.io for instant tracking of sold fuel across all stations. Stores analytics and reports in Amazon RDS, with dashboards powered by Grafana. Shift tracking and business insights are secured via AWS IAM and CloudWatch for centralized monitoring.
Test.io
Testing Tool
Test.io
A powerful and intuitive tool for testing Socket.io events with a seamless interface. Supports multiple event bodies simultaneously, allowing quick switching between them. Provides real-time event tracking with visual indicators for the most recently fired listener. Designed for efficiency, making Socket.io debugging and development faster and more convenient.
TrackTruck
Web Application
TrackTruck
A cost-tracking system for gas-importing companies, deployed on Azure with AKS for containerized services. Uses Azure DevOps for CI/CD automation. Stores trip logs and financial data in Azure SQL Database, with alerts for license renewals and maintenance powered by Azure Functions. Implements role-based access control (RBAC) via Azure Active Directory for secure data management. Dashboards in Power BI provide real-time expense analysis.
Chat App
Real-time Chat
Chat App
A real-time chat application deployed on AWS using ECS with Fargate for scalable containerized services. Implements GitHub Actions for CI/CD automation. Uses Amazon ElastiCache (Redis) for managing active rooms and user sessions, ensuring low-latency communication via Socket.io. Stores chat history in Amazon DynamoDB, with CloudWatch for centralized logging and monitoring. Secure access control for private rooms is enforced with JWT authentication.

Get in Touch

Let’s connect! Feel free to reach out to me on LinkedIn.