Elagas Amel

Elagas Amel

An energetic and versatile DevOps Engineer, I thrive on collaboration. My inquisitive nature fuels a constant pursuit of knowledge, and I firmly believe that success is born from hard work, complemented by a strong determination. My proactive approach fosters effective teamwork, and I embrace challenges with enthusiasm.

National Engineering Degree - Applied Sciences and Technologies (Teleinformatics)

2019 - 2022

Institute of Computer Science and Communication Technologies, Hammam Sousse, Sousse (Tunisia)

Class Valedictorian

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and Telecommunication

2016 - 2019

Institute of Information and Communication Technologies (ISTIC), Borj Cédria (Tunisia)

Class Valedictorian

Baccalaureate in Mathematics

2016

18th of January Djbenina High School, Sfax (Tunisia)

Projects

MAXapps Mobile Deployment & Support

• Installed, configured, and continuously upgraded MAXapps Mobile servers (Node.js, MongoDB, OpenResty) on RedHat, Debian, Windows Server, and Docker, ensuring 90% uptime and optimized performance.
• Delivered on-premise deployments across KSA (MOT, MOC, MOF, Tadbeir, KAFD, RCJY, Jeddah, Tarshid, LADUN), Africa (RTC, BDEAC, Gaia Sofert), Europe (AGL, Lhyfe), and USA (UCSDH, CSWG), reducing deployment time by 50% and achieving high client satisfaction (2022–2025).
• Monitored server performance, implemented troubleshooting, and applied best practices to maintain high availability and reliability of production environments.

Release & App Store Management

• Managed full mobile release cycles for React Native applications using Jenkins, Fastlane, and Xcode, automating builds and deployments to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
• Implemented CI/CD pipelines that streamlined testing, deployment, and version control, reducing manual effort and deployment errors.
• Coordinated with QA and development teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality releases, with automated notifications and rollback strategies for faster incident response.
• Optimized build times, release processes, and app store submission workflows, improving overall release efficiency and reducing downtime for end users.

DevSecOps Engineer

Oct 2023 – Present

• Performed in-depth vulnerability analysis on React Native mobile application dependencies, proactively identifying and mitigating security risks.
• Remediated security misconfigurations by optimizing permissions in AndroidManifest.xml, enforcing the principle of least privilege across mobile apps.
• Enhanced mobile application security by implementing secure coding practices, dependency management, and threat modeling.
• Strengthened CI/CD security pipelines by integrating automated vulnerability scanning and dependency auditing, ensuring secure builds and deployments.
• Collaborated with development teams to raise security awareness and enforce security best practices across projects, reducing potential vulnerabilities in production releases.

Release & App Store Management

2022–2025

• Managed full mobile release cycles with Jenkins, Fastlane, and Xcode, automating deployments to Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
• Leveraged AWS S3 and Route 53 for secure artifact storage, cutting release time by 40% and improving reliability by 30%.

Terraform & AWS

2022

• Architected a serverless solution using API Gateway, Lambda, and DynamoDB, automating deployment via Terraform for scalable cloud infrastructure.

Docker Compose Web App

2021

• Containerized web applications using Docker Compose to enable scalable and consistent deployments across environments.

Kubernetes (Minikube)

2021

• Troubleshot Kubernetes pods and managed deployments using YAML and command-line approaches for reliable and efficient cluster operations.

MERN Stack Project: ISITCOM PFE LIBRARY

2021

• Developed the platform to enable efficient report storage and simplified resource access for students.
• Built front-end with ReactJS and Material UI, back-end with Node.js and Express.js, and database with MongoDB.

AI & Android Projects

2021

• Engineered an Android object detection system with TensorFlow Lite for efficient on-device processing.
• Developed an American Sign Language (ASL) recognition system using deep learning.

RFID & IoT Project

2021

• Built an RFID-based student access system for university dormitories, improving security and entry management.

Cloud & DevOps Engineer

October 2022 - Present

iMaxeam - IBM Premier Business Partner, Sousse, Tunisia

• Led DevOps initiatives for projects including KAFD, QASIM, Kidana, and MiskSchools, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery.
• Configured, secured, and maintained Nginx and OpenResty as reverse proxies, load balancers, and API gateways to optimize traffic management.
• Implemented and managed Prometheus and Grafana for real-time monitoring, alerting, and performance visualization across multiple environments.
• Designed, automated, and optimized CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Fastlane for web and mobile applications.
• Automated React Native mobile app deployments (APK & IPA) and managed environment-specific configurations.
• Published and managed applications on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, including versioning, testing, and release management.
• Implemented disaster recovery, automated backups, and high-availability strategies to ensure system reliability.
• Leveraged AWS (S3, Route 53) and cloud services for artifact storage, DNS management, and scalable infrastructure provisioning.
• Optimized cloud infrastructure costs by 30% through FinOps practices, resource monitoring, and automation of underutilized resources.
• Managed Docker containers and Kubernetes deployments for scalable, containerized applications.
• Developed automation scripts using Shell and Python to streamline repetitive tasks and system management.
• Implemented security best practices including TLS/SSL, firewall configuration, VPN connectivity, and access control management.
• Troubleshot and resolved production issues, improved deployment efficiency, and optimized system performance across multiple environments.
• Acted as technical leader and mentor for junior engineers, sharing knowledge on DevOps, FinOps, and cloud best practices.

Engineering Internship: End of Studies Project

Feb 2022 – Jul 2022

iMaxeam – IBM Premier Business Partner, Sousse, Tunisia

• Designed and implemented automated Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to provision and manage AWS cloud infrastructure (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM).
• Modeled infrastructure with continuous testing and version control to ensure reproducibility, security, and compliance.
• Enabled on-demand deployments of secure, scalable, zero-downtime cloud environments.
• Built an intuitive ReactJS + Material UI desktop app with ElectronJS to automate Terraform modules for AWS resource creation and destruction.
• Developed a robust Node.js + Express.js back end and integrated MongoDB for data/state management.
• Technologies: Terraform, AWS, ReactJS, Material UI, Node.js, Express.js, ElectronJS, MongoDB.

Technician Internship: End-of-Studies Project

Jan 2019 – May 2019

ComunikCRM, Menzeh 7, Tunisia

• Designed and implemented a complete VoIP telephony solution based on Asterisk, enabling internal call routing, voicemail, IVR (Interactive Voice Response), and conference calls.
• Configured and secured the Asterisk PBX server with user extensions, SIP trunking, call queues, and dial plans adapted to business needs.
• Integrated a VPN (OpenVPN) to ensure encrypted and secure voice communications between remote offices and the central telephony system.
• Developed a web-based monitoring dashboard to track call logs, real-time statistics (active calls, call durations), and download recorded MP3 conversations.
• Optimized system performance with Linux server administration, firewall rules, and monitoring scripts.
• Technologies: Asterisk, OpenVPN, Linux, PHP, JavaScript, MySQL, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap.

Internship: Tunisie Télécom

2018

Sfax Elmedina, Sfax, Tunisia

• Coordinated FTTH GPON fiber optic connection assignments and managed field teams to ensure timely deployment.
• Monitored installation workflows, standardized subscriber installation procedures, and implemented automated reporting for progress tracking.
• Troubleshot line incidents using physical and logical diagnostics, resolving network faults efficiently.
• Supported digital transformation of maintenance processes, including structured ticket escalation and enhanced traceability.
• Gained hands-on experience with network monitoring, customer support processes, and telecom infrastructure management.

Internship: Sabena Technics

2017

Habib Bourguiba International Airport, Monastir, Tunisia

• Acquired practical exposure to professional operations within aviation maintenance teams.
• Assisted technical teams with maintenance procedures, workflow documentation, and operational checks.
• Developed understanding of aviation industry standards, safety regulations, and collaborative teamwork.
• Learned operational reporting and coordination between departments to ensure efficiency and compliance.