Ali Zain

Infrastructure Engineer @CIBC

Toronto, ON, CA

Developed and tested automation scripts in YAML, Python, and SQL, streamlining infrastructure processes and reducing manual workflows by over 100 hours per month.• Automated a 32-step Disaster Recovery (DR) process for PROD Informatica servers using Ansible playbooks, replacing costly vendor-managed tasks and saving CIBC significant operational expenses.• Worked alongside senior engineers to diagnose and optimize automation pipelines, reducing deployment errors by 15% and saving approximately in quarterly error resolution costs.• Tested and validated scripts on servers using SSH Tectia, ensuring reliable functionality and seamless deployment.• Collaborated in an Agile environment, participating in daily standups, managing JIRA Kanban boards, and coordinating task updates to ensure project transparency and efficient progress tracking.• Adapted quickly to new software and technologies, including Ansible, YAML, and SSH Tectia, enabling seamless execution of complex automation tasks and delivering high-quality results in a short timeframe.