AWS - DevOps Trainer

Cokonet Academy is looking for a skilled and passionate **AWS / DevOps Trainer** to deliver practical, industry\-oriented training in cloud computing, infrastructure automation, containerisation, and DevOps practices.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands\-on expertise in AWS cloud services, Linux administration, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud security. The candidate must be capable of translating complex technical concepts into practical demonstrations, real\-world projects, and hands\-on learning experiences that prepare learners for careers in Cloud Engineering and DevOps.

We are looking for someone who believes in practical implementation, interactive learning, and industry\-relevant skill development rather than theory\-only classroom delivery.

Key Responsibilities1\. Technical Training and Delivery

• Deliver structured, practical training sessions on AWS, cloud computing, and DevOps.
• Explain technical concepts through live demonstrations, hands\-on labs, case studies, and real\-world scenarios.
• Train learners to configure, deploy, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain cloud infrastructure.
• Develop lesson plans, presentations, practical exercises, assignments, and assessments.
• Adapt training methods to accommodate learners with different levels of technical knowledge.

2\. AWS Cloud Training

• Train learners in core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, RDS, Elastic Load Balancing, Auto Scaling, Route 53, CloudWatch, and CloudTrail.
• Demonstrate cloud networking, security, storage, backup, and disaster recovery practices.
• Guide learners in deploying secure, scalable, and highly available applications.
• Explain AWS cost management, resource optimisation, and cloud architecture best practices.

3\. DevOps Tools and Technologies

• Train learners in Linux administration, shell scripting, Git, and GitHub.
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
• Teach Docker containerisation and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Demonstrate Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.
• Introduce configuration management, monitoring, logging, troubleshooting, and DevSecOps practices.

4\. Practical Projects and Assessments

• Design, guide, and evaluate industry\-oriented projects and capstone assignments.
• Conduct hands\-on troubleshooting exercises, deployment simulations, and infrastructure failure scenarios.
• Assess learners through practical tests, technical assignments, project reviews, and mock interviews.
• Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback to improve technical competency.

5\. Career and Placement Support

• Prepare learners for AWS certification examinations and technical interviews.
• Conduct technical assessments, mock interviews, and resume\-building sessions.
• Guide learners in building technical portfolios and documenting projects on GitHub.
• Support placement activities through technical screening and interview preparation.

6\. Academic Coordination

• Collaborate with the academic team to keep the curriculum aligned with current industry requirements.
• Contribute to curriculum improvements, course restructuring, and AI\-enabled learning initiatives.
• Maintain training schedules, attendance records, assessment reports, and course documentation.
• Continuously improve training quality based on learner feedback, performance, and assessment outcomes.

Required Technical Skills

• *AWS and Cloud Computing**

• AWS core services: EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, RDS, load balancing, Auto Scaling, and monitoring.
• Cloud networking, security, high availability, backup, and disaster recovery.
• AWS CLI, CloudFormation, and cloud cost optimisation.

• *DevOps and Automation**

• Linux administration and Bash scripting.
• Git and GitHub.
• Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
• Docker and Kubernetes.
• Terraform and Infrastructure as Code.
• CI/CD automation, monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting.

• *Additional Skills**

• Python or another scripting language.
• Networking fundamentals, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, and security principles.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and AI\-assisted development workflows.

Required Competencies

• Strong technical communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts and explain them clearly.
• A practical, project\-oriented, and interactive approach to training.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and problem\-solving abilities.
• Ability to mentor learners, assess technical progress, and manage classroom activities.
• Willingness to collaborate with academic, operations, and placement teams.

Qualifications and Certifications

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
• AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• Kubernetes or Terraform certifications are desirable.
• Demonstrable hands\-on experience building, deploying, and maintaining AWS infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines is highly valued.

• *Certifications are desirable; practical implementation expertise and the ability to train effectively are essential.**

Experience Requirements

• **Preferred:** 4–5 years of relevant experience in AWS, DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or technical training.
• Candidates with strong technical projects, demonstrable hands\-on expertise, and a good learning portfolio may be considered for junior trainer opportunities.
• Previous experience in technical training, mentoring, or guiding learners is an advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Training quality and timely syllabus completion.
• Learner attendance, engagement, and assessment performance.
• Quality and completion of practical projects.
• Learner satisfaction and feedback.
• Certification readiness and examination outcomes.
• Placement readiness and learner employment outcomes.
• Timely curriculum updates and academic documentation.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work with an industry\-focused IT training team.
• Scope to develop hands\-on labs, real\-world projects, and advanced learning modules.
• Opportunities for continuous technical learning and professional development.
• A collaborative environment focused on practical learning, learner success, and employability.

• *Job Location:** Ulloor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
• *Work Mode:** Work from Office
• *Employment Type:** Full\-time

Pay: ₹50,000\.00 \- ₹70,000\.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate

• Ulloor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience

• Industry / Teaching: 4 years (Required)

Language

• Fluent English (Required)
• Malayalam (Preferred)

Work Location: In person