DevOps Engineer (Video Hosting)

TL;DR

DevOps Engineer (Infrastructure): Automating and maintaining high-load Kubernetes infrastructure for a global video hosting platform with an accent on production reliability and CI/CD optimization. Focus on managing baremetal clusters, scaling storage systems, and performing root cause analysis for complex production incidents.

Location: Remote / On-site

Salary: from €4,000 net per month

Company

International IT holding operating a high-load video hosting platform used by millions worldwide.

What you will do

• Automate, maintain, and improve Kubernetes infrastructure for production applications.
• Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab to improve software delivery reliability.
• Configure and manage monitoring, logging, and alerting systems using Prometheus and VictoriaMetrics.
• Operate and support databases and storage systems, including PostgreSQL, ClickHouse, and Elasticsearch.
• Automate operational tasks using Ansible and Bash scripts following Infrastructure as Code approaches.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive measures to minimize production downtime.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer.
• Strong hands-on experience operating Kubernetes ecosystems in production.
• Proficiency in Linux (Ubuntu) administration and networking fundamentals.
• Practical experience with GitLab CI/CD and Ansible automation.
• Strong scripting skills in Bash.
• Experience supporting PostgreSQL, ClickHouse, and Elasticsearch.

Nice to have

• Experience with Ceph (replicated and erasure-coded pools, CephFS, RBD, RGW).
• Knowledge of Werf and systemd.
• Experience with infrastructure automation using Python.
• Experience deploying applications based on Yii, Node.js, or Go.
• Background in operating large-scale, high-load production systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working conditions with no bureaucracy.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, tax coverage, and professional training.
• Relocation support: coverage of expenses for the employee and family, including tickets, visa support, and first month of accommodation.
• Budget for foreign language courses and necessary work equipment.
• Collaborative environment within a friendly international team.