Devops Network Engineer- OPENING

The DevOps Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining network
infrastructure while also managing DevOps practices to ensure efficient and scalable deployment
of software applications. This role requires a strong understanding of networking concepts, proficiency in DevOps tools and methodologies, and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize network performance.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Management:

• Design, implement, and manage cloud network infrastructures using VPCs and subnets.
• Set up, configure, and maintain network-related tools, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance.
• Manage and optimize the security of network configurations and resources in cloud environments.

Automation & CI/CD:

• Build, maintain, and optimize GitLab CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and application deployments.
• Automate manual processes and workflows to improve the efficiency and reliability of development and deployment cycles.
• Implement Helm charts for Kubernetes applications, including custom values and configurations.

Kubernetes & Container Management:

• Oversee Kubernetes clusters and configurations, ensuring seamless orchestration of containerized applications.
• Work with kube.config files to manage Kubernetes cluster access and permissions.
• Use Lens or similar tools for managing Kubernetes clusters and monitoring resource utilization.

Security & VPN Management:

• Ensure the implementation of security best practices in all aspects of network and infrastructure configurations.
• Manage OpenVPN setups for secure communication across remote and cloud environments.
• Regularly assess and mitigate network vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with security policies.

Cloudflare & DNS Management:

• Integrate Cloudflare for DNS management and security services, including DDoS protection and SSL configuration.
• Configure and maintain Cloudflare services to improve network reliability and reduce latency.

Collaboration & Support:

• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to design and deploy solutions that meet business needs.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for network issues, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud
infrastructure components.
• Offer expertise and guidance to junior team members on DevOps, network, and security best practises.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in DevOps engineering or Network Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD automation.
• Proficient in Helm charts, Kubernetes (K8s), and kube.config management.
• Experience in cloud networking and VPC architecture (Digital Ocean,AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Knowledge and experience with OpenVPN for secure network communications.
• Experience with security best practices in cloud environments and network configurations.
• Familiarity with Cloudflare services (DNS, DDoS protection, SSL).
• Solid understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and security policies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
• Familiarity with other containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
• Experience in managing and optimizing network performance at scale.
• Certifications in DevOps, Kubernetes, AWS, or other cloud providers are a plus.

Send cv to hr@gptysoft.com