DevOps Engineer, AWS

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Romania.

📋 Description

• Ensure the reliability of the platform by implementing high-availability configurations, backup and restore processes, and disaster recovery strategies.

• Deploy and maintain services across both cloud and on-premises environments.

• Manage and maintain Kubernetes workloads, including Helm deployments and GitOps workflows utilizing Argo CD.

• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration through Terraform and Ansible.

• Develop comprehensive technical solutions and infrastructure components from the ground up.

• Operate and manage PostgreSQL databases hosted on Amazon RDS.

• Create and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines featuring automated quality gates and testing protocols.

• Implement and oversee IAM and SSO integrations using Keycloak.

• Establish monitoring, alerting, and observability through Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenTelemetry.

• Provide third-level support and engage in incident management, root cause analysis, and resolution efforts.

• Assist in cloud migration initiatives, including planning and execution of cutover strategies.

• Conduct patch and upgrade management for infrastructure and services.

• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and infrastructure-related challenges.

• Write Python and shell scripts to facilitate operational automation.

• Contribute to the internal developer platform capabilities, such as service catalogs and Backstage developer portals.

• Participate in the creation of technical and IT product documentation adhering to docs-as-code principles.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar infrastructure-focused role.

• Extensive experience with platform operations, ensuring high availability, and managing backup/restore and disaster recovery processes.

• Proficient hands-on experience with core AWS services and Linux environments on AWS.

• Strong practical experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies.

• Experience using Ansible for infrastructure automation and configuration management.

• Hands-on expertise with Docker and containerized environments.

• Proficient in Kubernetes, Helm, and GitOps-based deployment workflows utilizing Argo CD.

• Practical experience managing PostgreSQL databases, preferably on Amazon RDS.

• Familiarity with GitLab CI/CD and the implementation of pipelines.

• Solid understanding of Git, including branching strategies and repository migrations.

• Experience with artifact management solutions such as Artifactory and Nexus.

• Knowledge of IAM and SSO concepts, including Keycloak and OIDC/SAML integrations.

• Hands-on experience with Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenTelemetry.

• Familiarity with incident management and third-level support processes.

• Experience with cloud migration and cutover activities.

• Competence in patch and upgrade management tasks.

• Proficient in Python and shell scripting.

• Understanding of code quality practices and automated testing methodologies.

• Familiarity with platform engineering concepts and Backstage developer portals.

• Basic knowledge of TypeScript and frontend development.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.