Project overview
About the Role We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer with strong expertise in AWS, Azure, CI/CD, IAM, VPNs, containerize using Docker, Server Security, Environment’s setup, and database infrastructure—including on-premises setups. You will play a crucial role in building and maintaining a robust DevOps culture that supports rapid development and secure deployment of our fintech applications. Key Responsibilities Cloud Infrastructure: Design, deploy, and manage infrastructure on AWS and Azure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability. CI/CD Pipelines: Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or similar for automated testing and deployments. Identity and Access Management (IAM): Implement and manage secure IAM policies and roles for cloud and internal resources. Containerization: Build, manage, and deploy Docker container images and orchestrate them using tools like Kubernetes or ECS/EKS. Security & Compliance: Implement and monitor server hardening, firewalls, encryption, and compliance measures to protect infrastructure and data. Database Management: Set up, secure, and maintain databases in cloud and on-premise environments, including PostgreSQL and MongoDB. Monitoring & Logging: Configure observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or CloudWatch for performance and incident monitoring. VPN & Networking: Configure and manage VPNs and secure network tunnels for internal services and remote access. Automation & Scripting: Automate infrastructure and operational tasks using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Bash/Python scripts. Collaboration: Work closely with backend, frontend, and security teams to support smooth development, deployment, and maintenance workflows. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure, deployment procedures, and incident response protocols. Qualifications/Requirements Technical Expertise: Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer with a focus on cloud and hybrid infrastructure. Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, VPC, etc.) and Azure (VMs, Blob Storage, Key Vault, etc.). CI/CD & Automation: Proficiency in CI/CD tools and infrastructure automation with Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar. Security Knowledge: Solid understanding of security best practices, access control, and data protection in cloud environments. Containers: Experience with Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes or AWS ECS/EKS. Database Management: Comfortable managing cloud-based and on-prem databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar), including backups and replication. Networking & VPN: Strong experience with setting up and managing VPNs, firewalls, and secure cloud networking. Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive mindset. Fintech Experience: Previous experience in a fintech, banking, or payment systems environment is a strong plus. Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field is preferred. Location: Remote Apply by sending your CV at: uabhr@universalassets.com