At Xplor we help businesses succeed by giving them the software, payments and commerceaccelerating technologies they need to thrive.
We know our clients and partners because we once were our clients. We understand their industry, customers, and unique goals so that we can help them overcome obstacles and leave a lasting legacy.
About the opportunity
We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer with expertise in cloud system design, development, deployment, and operations to join our dynamic team.
To be successful for this role, you must bring a strong understanding of operating modern cloud software systems in AWS, containerisation, and infrastructureascode (IaC) using the CDK with TypeScript.
This role requires a balance of handson technical expertise and collaborating effectively with the Engineering team throughout the design and development process, as well as in solving production issues.
A passion for automation in multiregion, largescale system management and a willingness to adapt and learn quickly in a dynamic environment are key for success in this position.
Responsibilities
Infrastructure as Code Build infrastructure as code with the AWS CDK using TypeScript to ensure consistent and reliable management of application environments.
Containerisation Provision cloudbased infrastructure for deploying, managing, and scaling software applications, ensuring costeffectiveness and adherence to budget constraints. Realworld experience of Docker, AWS Fargate and ECS is required.
Deployment Pipelines Design, build, and support effective CICD pipelines that align with the companys development roadmap and operational excellence goals.
Collaboration Work with various teams to understand and fulfil their development and integration needs.
Ongoing maintenance Maintain system stability and enforce security measures during software updates and feature deployments, integrating secure coding practices.
System optimisation Optimise system deployments to balance performance, cost, and security concerns, including regular cost analysis and implementation of costsaving measures.
Observability – Expand advanced system monitoring and alerting capabilities, proactively addressing system bottlenecks and ensuring operational efficiency.
Troubleshooting Actively troubleshoot and resolve system alerts, failures, and operational inefficiencies, adhering to defined ownership and support models.
Testing and Diagnostics Support system and software testing and debugging, ensuring compliance with established standards and best practices.
Integrations Integrate cloudbased resources and networks with local and distributed infrastructure.
Documentation Maintain documentation for system architecture, processes, and workflows.
Continuous Improvement Continuously evaluate and implement new tools and technologies to improve infrastructure and support processes, with a strong focus on automation and efficiency.
Security Good understand of the risks to webbased applications. Ensure robust cloud and network security practices are in place and continuously improved.
Essential Skills and Experience:
AWS Extensive experience with AWS services, especially ECS, RDS, and Lambda.
InfrastructureasCode Proficient in Typescript and AWS CDK for infrastructure management.
Typescript or similar Proficient in common code quality tools and test frameworks widely used within the community and ecosystem.
Containerization Strong experience with Docker and AWS ECS.
CICD Experience with Bitbucket Bitbucket Pipelines and Github Github Actions. Good understanding of Gitbased software delivery processes.
Global Deployment Experience deploying services in multiple AWS regions.
Databases Solid understanding of MySQL, MongoDB, and DynamoDB.
Observability Experience managing and maintaining observability tools in multiple regions including ingesting logs and indexing, APM and Synthetics, and security.
Security Deep knowledge of cloud and network security best practices.
Technical influencing Ability to drive discussions to good technical outcomes.
Collaboration Excellent crossteam and crossfunctional collaboration skills.
DevOps Practices Solid understanding of DevOps practices and methodologies, including continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated testing.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional or similar certifications. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering or another related field.
Automation Experience with automation tools and scripting. Experience of GitOps would be preferred.
Performance Tuning Skills in optimizing application and infrastructure performance.
Problem Solving Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
Communication Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ready to apply?
If you are a seasoned DevOps professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a fastpaced SaaS company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and help drive our global infrastructure to new heights!
Values and Life at Xplor
Our four core values guide us from how we hire and recognise our team members to how we interact with our customers day to day:
Make life simple, Build for people, Move with purpose, Create lasting communities.
If these values sound like you, and describe people you want to work with, you will thrive at Xplor. As an Xplorer, you will be part of a global network of talented colleagues who will support your success. We look for commonalities and shared passions and give people the tools they need to deliver great work and grow at speed.
Some of our perks and benefits are:
How to apply?
To start your application, please submit your resume and we will be in touch as soon as we can. Please include the word moonshot at the top of your message to the Hiring Manager so that we know you took the time to read our job ad. Your contact is Sophia Little, Talent Lead
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
We understand that diverse candidates have diverse needs. We welcome you to inform us of any additional needs related to completing your job application or participating in the interview process, via [email protected].
To learn more about us and our products, please visit www.xplortechnologies.comcareers.
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