Samara Reddy
About Samara Reddy
Samara Reddy is an AWS Infrastructure Engineer at Blend, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in computer networking and extensive experience in infrastructure engineering, she has implemented CI/CD pipelines and conducted cost optimization exercises.
Work at Blend
Samara Reddy has been employed at Blend as an AWS Infrastructure Engineer since 2021. In this role, she focuses on implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions workflows. Her responsibilities include managing SSL certificates to ensure timely renewal and adherence to security best practices. Reddy collaborates with cross-functional teams to define and document DevOps processes, standards, and guidelines, which facilitates knowledge sharing and onboarding of new team members.
Previous Experience at AEye, Inc.
Before joining Blend, Samara Reddy worked at AEye, Inc. as an Infrastructure Engineer from 2018 to 2021. During her tenure, she conducted cost analysis and optimization exercises that resulted in significant cost savings through right-sizing resources and policies. Additionally, she automated the migration of users from Citrix desktop to AWS workspaces, enhancing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Samara Reddy holds a Master's degree in Computer Networking from Wichita State University, where she studied from 2015 to 2017. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electronics and Communication Engineering from MVSR Engineering College, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in AWS infrastructure and DevOps practices.
Career at NetXperts Inc.
Samara Reddy began her career as a NOC Engineer at NetXperts Inc. from 2017 to 2018. In this position, she gained valuable experience in network operations, which contributed to her subsequent roles in infrastructure engineering. This early experience helped shape her technical skills and understanding of network management.
Technical Skills and Projects
Samara Reddy has developed a range of technical skills throughout her career. She has built and deployed customized Amazon Machine Images (AMIs) using Packer and Terraform. Additionally, she implemented a comprehensive monitoring system for AWS servers using Prometheus and Grafana, showcasing her ability to enhance system performance and reliability.