DevOps Engineer, AWS – Contractor

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

📋 Description

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

• Deploy and oversee services in both cloud and on-premises settings.

• Manage Kubernetes workloads, which include Helm deployments and GitOps workflows utilizing Argo CD.

• Automate the provisioning and configuration of infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible.

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

• Administer and manage PostgreSQL databases on Amazon RDS, incorporating backup, performance tuning, and version upgrades.

• Set up and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines with automated quality gates and testing procedures.

• Implement and manage IAM and SSO integrations through Keycloak (OIDC/SAML).

• Establish and maintain monitoring, alerting, and observability using Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenTelemetry.

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

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

• Carry out infrastructure and service patch and upgrade management tasks.

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

• Create Python and shell scripts to enhance operational and infrastructure automation.

• Contribute to the development of internal developer platform capabilities, including service catalogs and Backstage developer portals.

• Help maintain technical documentation in accordance with docs-as-code principles.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

• Strong practical experience with AWS core services and Linux environments on AWS, particularly Amazon Linux.

• Solid hands-on expertise with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.

• Practical experience using Ansible for automating infrastructure and managing configurations.

• Experience with Docker and environments utilizing containerization.

• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and GitOps-based deployment practices using Argo CD.

• Practical experience managing PostgreSQL, preferably within Amazon RDS.

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

• Strong Git skills, including branching strategies and repository migrations.

• Practical experience with artifact management tools like Artifactory and Nexus.

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

• Proficient in using Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenTelemetry.

• Experience with incident management and processes related to third-level support.

• Familiarity with cloud migration and cutover processes.

• Experience in managing infrastructure and service patching and upgrades.

• Proficient in Python and shell scripting.

• Understanding of code quality practices and automated testing methodologies.

• Familiarity with platform engineering concepts and developer portals like Backstage.

• Basic knowledge of TypeScript and frontend development, particularly for customizing Backstage plugins.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities.

• Professional development and continuous learning support.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.