Wassim is a

Results-driven Cloud DevOps Engineer, 2x AWS & 1x Azure certified, with extensive experience in deploying and managing large-scale infrastructure. Currently leading a high-impact machine learning project, applying DevOps best practices, and managing AWS infrastructure for a multinational organization. Proven ability to collaborate with global teams, ensuring technical excellence and seamless communication.

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Professional Experience

DevOps/AWS Engineer

Sanofi, Paris, Île-de-France | Dec 2021 – Present

  • Provisioned and maintained AWS infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) via Terraform.
  • Managed and automated CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI and GitHub Actions.
  • Containerized applications for Machine Learning and WebApp deployments.
  • Developed automation scripts using Python and Shell for deployment processes.
  • Integrated Snowflake Data Warehouse to streamline data processes for Data Science and Engineering teams.
  • Designed and implemented robust API endpoints using Python's FastAPI to support framework dynamic web application requirements.
  • Led a Kubernetes Cluster deployment as a Proof of Concept (PoC).

DevOps/AWS Engineer

La Sacem, Paris, Île-de-France | Mar 2021 – Dec 2021

  • Extensively worked with Terraform to deploy and manage cloud infrastructure.
  • Developed and maintained CI/CD pipelines with GitLab-CI, enhancing development workflows.
  • Utilized AWS services such as EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudFront, SES, and Route 53.
  • Implemented Python and Bash scripts for automation tasks.
  • Resolved OS and network-based issues, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Configured Docker runners and Dockerfiles for CI pipeline execution.

DevOps/AWS Engineer

Believe Digital, Paris, Île-de-France | Sep 2019 – Mar 2021

  • Deployed EMR clusters for large-scale data processing in the music streaming industry.
  • Designed and scaled web application architecture based on client specifications.
  • Installed and configured LAMP stack infrastructure with AWS services, Autoscaling, EC2, ELB, and Route 53.
  • Migrated databases from virtual private servers to AWS RDS, ensuring high availability and optimized performance.
  • Provided networking administration (VPC, NACL, SG) and troubleshooting support.
  • Implemented serverless microservices using AWS Lambda and Python.

VMware Systems Engineer

Orange, Paris, Île-de-France | Oct 2017 – Aug 2019

  • Architected and managed a private cloud IaaS platform using VMware technologies.
  • Administered the platform with vSphere and vRealize, minimizing downtime and preventing incidents.
  • Implemented virtualized networking using NSX-V.
  • Deployed vRealize suite, including clustered vROPS, vRLI, vRA/vRO appliances.
  • Utilized PowerShell scripts and VRA/VRO for automation and maintenance tasks.
  • Configured SDDC stacks, including ESXi hypervisors, networking, storage, and vCenter integration.
  • Set up storage management tools for SSD racks using NexentaStor on bare-metal servers.
  • Authored detailed documentation for operations teams.
  • Monitored platform performance with Centreon, resolving P1 and P2 incidents.

Network Engineer

Axione, Paris, Île-de-France | Jan 2017 – Sep 2017

  • Maintained and evolved the backbone network design.
  • Validated core routers for interconnecting national sites.
  • Led optic fiber deployment projects, including architecture and implementation for enterprises and government agencies.
  • Coordinated with partners to deploy optic fiber and radio antennas.

Professional Skills

Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure
Tools: Terraform, Kubernetes, Git, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions
Programming Languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell
Other Skills: Networking, Virtualization, Linux, Windows Server, DevOps, Cybersecurity

Education

  • Master's in Network Architecture and Security
    Telecom ParisTech, Paris, France (Graduated Dec 2016)
  • Bachelor's in Network and Security Engineering
    Esprit, Tunis, Tunisia (Graduated Jun 2015)

Languages

English, French, Arabic