Ilya Dyakov

San Diego · CA 92111 · (619) 592-3509 · dyak.ilya@gmail.com

Results-driven SRE Engineer with over 4 years of experience in supporting, automating, and optimizing mission critical deployments on AWS. Skilled in advanced configuration management, Linux systems, Kubernetes, Terraform, and containerization, with a deep understanding of DevOps methodologies. Seeking a challenging role to contribute expertise, drive innovation, and embrace evolving technologies while fostering continuous professional growth. Fluent in both English and Russian, and open to relocation.

Experience

Site Reliability Engineer

Omega Tech Service
  • Implemented automation in quality assurance testing processes using Selenium and Python, enhancing both efficiency and precision.
  • Managed AWS EC2 instances, optimizing for performance and cost efficiency.
  • Handled Kubernetes clusters for application deployment, scaling, and setup of Prometheus monitoring.
  • Managed Docker container exposure and networking configurations, ensuring secure access and efficient container management.
  • Administered MySQL databases, including backups, replication, and disaster recovery planning to ensure data availability.
  • Utilized GIT version control system for code and configuration management.
  • Monitored server performance, ensuring traffic load balancing and resource efficiency.
  • Supported installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows servers, including application, remote desktop, database (MSSQL), and web servers (Apache).
  • Conducted work and analysis through the command line interface (CLI), including AWS CLI and Kubernetes CLI.
    • Jan 2022 – Dec 2024

    Site Reliability Engineer

    Megafon/Megalabs Department
  • Developed an extensible "filters" module to remove adult content from the final dataset within the SMS gateway's distributed, millions-user environment on Linux platforms.
  • Supported and maintained Linux software development and network administration, including DNS, DHCP, File Server, Print Server, and scripting with Bash and Python.
  • Analyzed log files and protocols (IP, UDP, TCP, HTTP) using Wireshark and other analysis tools.
  • Installed, configured, and diagnosed Windows systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed network errors using tools such as tcpdump, traceroute, telnet, ping, mtr, Wireshark, and iptables.
  • Developed and supported virtualization technologies, including MS Hyper-V, ProxMox, VMware Workstation, and VirtualBox.
  • Troubleshot Unix directory logs.
  • Maintained and repaired IT hardware, including replacing faulty memory boards, chips, fans, and hard disks on server equipment.
  • Utilized the command line interface (CLI) for various tasks and analyses.
  • Automated QA tasks using Selenium, improving the efficiency and accuracy of the testing process.
    • Dec 2014 - Dec 2022

    Technical Support II line Engineer

    Devino Telecom
  • Processed customer requests through Jira, email, live chat, and phone calls.
  • Tracked changes in request status and monitored the timing of request processing.
  • Provided operational information on incidents and failures.
  • Set up and supported various Linux-based services, including Apache and PostgreSQL.
  • Conducted troubleshooting using the Wireshark application.
  • Provided customer support through Jira CRM, including analysis of application log files and debugging small Python scripts.
    • Jun 2014 - Dec 2014

    Senior Test Engineer

    Science and Technology Centers (Electronics test lab)
  • Installed and managed telecom software systems (Nokia Siemens Networks, Nokia Flex Hopper).
  • Specialized in Windows and Linux administration, focusing on optimization, continuous monitoring, and effective management of system resources and operations.
  • Implemented testing methods for the QA team to improve quality and reduce testing time.
  • Conducted testing of data transmission applications for mobile base stations across over 180 sites in Kazakhstan for large state mobile telecom operators.
  • Revolutionized testing approach for Ericsson Nicola Tesla software by implementing advanced pipeline methodologies; increased test accuracy by 35% and bolstered financial outcomes through a 25% reduction in testing time and costs.
    • Sep 2009 - Apr 2014

    Lab System Engineer

    Otan-Security (Electronics Test Center)
  • Conducted manual quality assurance testing for software applications.
  • Tested and optimized software used in mobile base stations for performance and reliability.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop and document operational processes.
  • Specialized in Windows and Linux administration, focusing on optimization, continuous monitoring, and effective management of system resources and operations.
  • Configured data collection for conducted tests using a Bash script.
  • Implemented testing methods for the QA team to improve quality and reduce testing time.
    • Apr 2006 - Sep 2009

    Education

    Kazakhstan-American University

    Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, and Information Technology
    Computer Science and Telecommunications
    Diploma in GSM Mobile Network for Urban Communications

    GPA: 3.53

    Sep 2007 - Jul 2010

    Almaty State College of Energy and Electronic Technologies

    Associate Degree in Information Technology and Radio Communications
    Radio communication and data transmission
    Diploma in programming of the TDA8362A microcontroller

    GPA: 3.2

    Sep 2003 - Jun 2007

    Skills

    Programming Languages & Tools
    • fab fa-Kubernetes
    • Docker
    • Terraform
    • AWS
    • Yandex Cloud
    • S3
    • AWS ECS
    • Ubuntu
    • Linux
    • MySql
    • PostgreSQL
    • Wireshark
    • Wordpress
    • RDS
    • EC2
    • CloudWatch
    • javascript
    • Nginx
    Workflow
    • Programming Languages/Back End tester: Python, Bash, Perl, SQL.
    • Front End Development: Bootstrap, HTML, CSS.
    • Operating Systems: Linux (CentOS, Red Hat, Ubuntu, Debian), Windows Server (2020-2022).
    • Developer Tools: Visual Studio, PyCharm.
    • Test Automation Tools: Visual Studio Unit Testing Framework (MSTest), Jenkins CI/CD, GitHub, Postman, Appium Inspector, Selenium WebDriver, Python Behave, BrowserStack.
    • Defect Tracking Tools: Visual Studio Team Services (VSTS), Jira, Kanban.
    • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySql, MongoDb
    • Clouds: AWS. Yandex Cloud, Azure
    • Monitoring systems: Prometheus, Nagios.
    • Other: Ansible, Docker, REST API testing, Slack, HTML, CSS, ChatGPT, Terraform, Kubernetes, Locators.

    Interests

    Apart from being a SRE, I enjoy most of my time being outdoors. In the winter, I am an avid skier and novice ice climber. During the warmer months here in San Diego, I enjoy mountain biking, free climbing, and kayaking.

    When forced indoors, I watch a number of sci-fi and fantasy movies and television shows with my family, and I spend a large amount of my free time exploring the latest technological advancements in Cloud environment, new applications, and automatization of routine tasks. I am also an enthusiastic participant in a local softball league and enjoy both softball and baseball. Known for being a good hitter, I take pride in my batting skills and my contribution to team success.

    Awards & Certifications

    • Project Management by Google
    • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (SAA)
    • Linux System Administration
    • VMware Vsphere: Fast Track V6.0
    • Linux Troubleshooting (GL314)