Platform Engineer | DevOps | Cloud & Infrastructure Support
Get in touchLinkedin ResumeHello! I’m Neeraj Sudhakaran, a dedicated DevOps Engineer, Cloud Specialist, and Application Support Engineer with a passion for optimizing systems and driving innovation. With extensive experience in cloud infrastructure, automation, and system monitoring, I work towards delivering seamless, high-performance solutions.
I specialize in AWS, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code to help organizations build scalable, efficient, and secure systems. My approach blends technical expertise with a strong commitment to collaborative problem-solving and continuous improvement.
I’m always excited to tackle new challenges and enhance my knowledge in emerging technologies.
August 2021 - Present
- Supporting key DevOps concepts including CI/CD deployment automation and zero downtime implementation in various Verifone Cloud Services(VCS).
- Collaborating with Cloud-Ops, Development, and Infrastructure teams for scripting automation of build and deployment pipelines.
- Recommended improvements to gateway applications, databases, service architecture, and monitoring tools.
- Providing 24/7/365 on-call support by responding to escalations, alerts, incidents, and production problems.
Aug 2019 - July 2021
- Troubleshot office computers, printers, WiFi, and router-related technical issues.
- Participated in an innovative team that released an industry-first mobile app enhancing client-staff-management communication.
- Contributed to winning "Excellence in Innovation" at Pan Pac Hawke's Bay Business Awards 2020.
- Managed mobile supervision and ensured high standards in service delivery, hygiene, security, and inventory management in Auckland CBD.
February 2018 - October 2019
- Explored and practiced AWS, Active Directory, and various cloud-based technologies.
- Worked on real-world industry case studies under expert mentorship during internship.
- Developed websites and digital solutions as a freelancer for small and medium-sized businesses.
April 2016 - January 2018
- Handled IT infrastructure support for complex environments.
- Installed server OS (Linux & Windows) and web hosting control panels (CPanel, DirectAdmin, Plesk).
- Managed MySQL and MSSQL databases and servers.
- Worked with AWS services: IAM, EC2, RDS, S3, EBS, ELB, VPC, Route53, and Auto Scaling.
- Familiar with AWS CLI, Bash scripting, and PowerShell.
- Delivered quality customer support to clients across Australia, USA, Hong Kong, and Singapore, receiving positive feedback.
2019 - 2020
Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT), Hawke’s Bay, NZ
Majoring in
- Cyber Security
- Cloud Solutions
- Business Application Programming
- Project Management
2012 - 2016
College of Engineering ,Kidangoor, IND
Majoring in
- Digital Systems
- Computer Networking
- Digital Communication
- Engineering Mathematics
2024
The Linux Foundation
Demonstrated hands-on ability to install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters.
2023
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- AWS Cloud Quest: Solutions Architect – Interactive learning badge demonstrating foundational cloud architecture knowledge using real-world scenarios.
- Amazon EKS Badges – Recognized achievements in building, securing, and scaling containerized applications with Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service.
2016
Red Hat
Validated skills in system administration, command-line operations, and enterprise Linux environments.
Address
Wellington, New Zealand
Phone
+64 0225649830
neerajsudhakaran@outlook.com