# Sai Phani Teja Upputuri

> Senior DevOps Engineer | AWS & Azure Cloud | Terraform, Kubernetes, CI/CD | Scalable Infrastructure | Platform Engineering

Location: Dallas, Texas, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/saiphanitejaupputuri

Experienced cloud engineer in DevOps and AWS environments. I construct automated, secure, and high-performance systems that support enterprise-level applications. I deploy IaC using Terraform and CloudFormation, enforce security protocols, and orchestrate CI/CD pipelines to optimize software delivery lifecycles.
Skills: 
AWS | Azure | Terraform | Jenkins | GitLab CI/CD | Docker | Kubernetes | Prometheus | Grafana | Ansible | Bash Scripting | Linux | IAM | VPC | EC2 | RDS | CloudWatch | GitHub | GitHub Actions | Matillion | Redshift | Spinnaker | Dynatrace | CloudFormation | Azure DevOps | Azure Functions | Logic Apps | Ataccama Engineer
At Livemindz, I architected and automated AWS infrastructure for Truist Bank, deploying Matillion ETL using Terraform. Implemented enterprise Master Data Management (MDM) solutions using Ataccama ONE, enabling centralized management of critical master data domains such as customer and product. I implemented GitLab CI/CD pipelines that accelerated code releases by 40%. I configured integrations with S3, RDS, and Redshift, containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes, and enforced IAM policies to harden access control.
At Sharpedge Solutions Inc., I deployed scalable AWS solutions for Western Union. I engineered CI/CD pipelines using Spinnaker and CloudBees, containerized workloads using ECS, and configured Dynatrace dashboards for real-time performance monitoring. I applied KMS encryption and enforced MFA and least-privilege IAM roles to secure infrastructure.
At Ro-One Information Technologies & Digital Solutions Pvt Ltd., I provisioned Azure infrastructure for VRL Retail POS Systems, deploying VMs, configuring load balancers, and automating failover strategies using Availability Zones. I implemented Azure Firewall and NSGs to secure networks, and deployed recovery plans using Azure Site Recovery and Backup.
At Saransh Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd., I migrated legacy workloads to AWS for AIG Synergy. I developed high-availability architecture using ELB and Auto Scaling, provisioned infrastructure with Terraform, and secured environments using AWS Guardrails and IAM policies. I standardized deployments across dev, staging, and production pipelines.
At Agilent Technologies, I supported Tata Consultancy Services by diagnosing system issues, hardening networks, and conducting vulnerability assessments. I delivered infrastructure enhancements that reduced incident response time and elevated system resilience.
Contact Information:
Email: USPTeja@gmail.com
Phone: +1 (937) 679-9599
Location: United States

## Work Experience
### DevOps Engineer @ Truist
Jan 2024 – Present | United States
1. Engineered end-to-end AWS infrastructure for Matillion ETL at Truist Bank using Terraform, delivering scalable, secure, and highly available cloud environments.
2. Automated GitLab CI/CD pipelines, accelerating deployment cycles by 40% and enhancing release reliability for Matillion workflows.
3. Configured and maintained core AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, and Secrets Manager to enable secure, high-performance data integration pipelines.
4. Integrated Matillion ETL with S3, RDS, and Redshift, optimizing data pipelines and supporting continuous 24/7 synchronization for analytics teams.
5. Enforced least privilege IAM policies and security groups, mitigating unauthorized access risks by 70% and ensuring regulatory compliance.
6. Implemented automated resource tagging and cost tracking, generating detailed financial reports and reducing monthly AWS expenses.
7. Monitored production systems 24×7, executed disaster recovery plans, and remediated Linux vulnerabilities to uphold operational stability.
8. Containerized applications with Docker, standardizing deployment and environment consistency across development and production stages.
9. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to diagnose and resolve infrastructure issues, maximizing uptime within a secure banking environment.
10. Applied infrastructure-as-code best practices to provision resources rapidly and enforce consistent deployments aligned with security standards.

### Cloud & DevOps Engineer @ Western Union
Jan 2023 – Jan 2024
1. Engineered AWS infrastructure for Western Union using ECS, EC2, RDS, IAM, KMS, and S3, ensuring scalable, secure, and high-availability deployments.
2. Developed and automated CI/CD pipelines using CloudBees, Spinnaker, and GitLab CI, accelerating delivery cycles and reducing deployment errors.
3. Deployed containerized applications with Docker on ECS, ensuring seamless rollouts of mission-critical financial services without downtime.
4. Automated build, test, and deployment workflows using Jenkins and GitLab CI, minimizing manual intervention and improving deployment efficiency.
5. Implemented real-time monitoring dashboards in Dynatrace to analyze CPU, memory, and disk metrics, reducing response time for system issues.
6. Enforced IAM policies, MFA, and KMS encryption to harden infrastructure security and eliminate unauthorized access vulnerabilities.
7. Provisioned EC2 and RDS instances with auto-scaling and load balancing, optimizing resource allocation and maintaining system uptime.
8. Codified infrastructure using Terraform, enabling version-controlled, repeatable deployments across development and production environments.
9. Administered Kubernetes clusters for container orchestration, enabling automated scaling and robust application availability.
10. Applied granular Security Group rules, NACLs, and S3 bucket policies to safeguard cloud resources and ensure compliance with internal standards.

### Associate Cloud Engineer @ Ro-One Information Technology and Digital Solutions
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022
1. Architected high-availability infrastructure for VRL Retail POS Systems using Azure VM, Load Balancer, and Availability Zones to ensure uninterrupted retail system uptime.
2. Enforced enterprise-grade security by configuring Network Security Groups, Azure Firewall, and encryption protocols, mitigating cloud exposure risks.
3. Optimized infrastructure costs by 25% through strategic VM sizing, Reserved Instance planning, and efficient storage allocation using Azure Cost Management.
4. Implemented disaster recovery frameworks via Azure Site Recovery and Azure Backup, guaranteeing rapid failover and data integrity during continuity tests.
5. Automated infrastructure maintenance tasks using Azure Automation, reducing manual efforts by 35% and increasing operational consistency.
6. Integrated Azure Functions with Event Grid, Azure Service Bus, and Logic Apps to deliver real-time workflows and scalable event-driven processes.
7. Deployed CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, accelerating release cycles and decreasing deployment errors through structured automation.
8. Managed microservices using Azure App Services and Logic Apps, enhancing system responsiveness and resource efficiency under dynamic workloads.
9. Monitored performance metrics through Prometheus and Grafana, detecting anomalies and resolving infrastructure bottlenecks.
10. Documented infrastructure architectures, CI/CD flows, and failover procedures to support DevOps operations and knowledge retention.

### AWS Engineer @ Saransh Inc
Jan 2018 – Jan 2021
1. Orchestrated AIG Synergy’s migration of on-premises applications to AWS, optimizing infrastructure and eliminating downtime throughout the transition.
2. Engineered customized AMIs from EC2 instances, accelerating disaster recovery speed by 30% via efficient snapshot and image management.
3. Implemented Elastic Load Balancers and Auto Scaling Groups, ensuring a fault-tolerant, scalable environment while cutting operational expenses.
4. Enforced cloud security policies and guardrails, fortifying compliance and mitigating security risks across AWS accounts.
5. Optimized AWS cost management by analyzing usage and reallocating reserved instances, achieving a 15% reduction in monthly infrastructure costs.
6. Designed and deployed multi-environment AWS architectures, including VPC, subnets, and Route 53 configurations in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
7. Automated infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Ansible, minimizing manual processes and accelerating deployment workflows.
8. Administered Redis caching solutions integrated with EC2 instances, enhancing application performance and reducing latency.
9. Executed static code analysis (SCA) to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen application security within the AWS environment.
10. Established disaster recovery protocols and cloud migration strategies, guaranteeing data integrity and system availability for critical workloads.

### Software Engineer @ Tata Consultancy Services
Jan 2017 – Jan 2018
1. Delivered expert technical support to Tata Consultancy Services clients via phone, email, and onsite, achieving high customer satisfaction.
2. Diagnosed and resolved complex hardware, software, and network system issues, reducing troubleshooting time by 30% and increasing uptime.
3. Directed troubleshooting efforts to restore critical systems promptly, accelerating service response and minimizing downtime.
4. Analyzed project costs and recommended design improvements, cutting operational expenses by 15% and streamlining execution.
5. Conducted vulnerability assessments to identify system risks and devised mitigation strategies, strengthening cybersecurity posture.
6. Coordinated with enterprise architecture, security, and infrastructure teams to deploy integrated enterprise solutions, boosting efficiency by 20%.
7. Leveraged customer service tools to track and manage support tickets, ensuring rapid resolution and clear communication.
8. Monitored network systems performance and security, preventing failures.
9. Executed hardware and software diagnostics to isolate root causes of system failures, expediting repairs.
10. Developed documentation for troubleshooting procedures and best practices, enhancing knowledge sharing across support teams.


## Education
### Bachelor of Technology - BTech
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST)


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sai-phani-teja-upputuri

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Last updated: 2026-04-16