Job Title: DevOps Engineer – Linux Specialist Company: StanceBeam - Sports Tech Location: Embassy Tech Square, ORR, Bangalore Experience: 3+ Years Work mode: Work from office, 7 days (shift-based) About Us: StanceBeam is a dynamic startup at the forefront of revolutionising sports tech through cutting-edge Sports analytics. Join our Bangalore-based team as a Cloud and Linux DevOps Engineer! If you're passionate about sports, thrive in start-up environments, and enjoy working on exciting Sports and Fitness projects, this is your role! As a proactive team player, you'll love experimenting, taking responsibility, and leading from the front. In this position, you'll collaborate closely with the CTO and the Delivery Manager. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with an analytical mindset who enjoy working in a start-up environment. Job Description: We seek a highly motivated and experienced DevOps Engineer with in-depth Linux knowledge to join our team. In this role, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable infrastructure solutions across our hybrid environment. You will manage on-premises Ubuntu systems while seamlessly integrating with Microsoft Azure cloud services, ensuring optimal system performance, security, and reliability across all environments. Responsibilities: ● Design, deploy, and maintain Linux-based infrastructure across hybrid environments (on-premises Ubuntu systems and Microsoft Azure cloud) ● Implement and manage containerization solutions using Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes ● Configure and optimize Ubuntu servers for high availability and performance in on-premises data centers ● Manage cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, integrating seamlessly with on-premises Ubuntu systems ● Design and implement hybrid cloud solutions connecting on-premises and Azure environments ● Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (preferred), Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions ● Create Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, Azure Resource Manager templates, or similar tools ● Automate deployment processes, system configurations, and routine maintenance tasks ● Implement automated testing and quality assurance processes ● Set up comprehensive monitoring solutions using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, or Azure Monitor ● Implement logging strategies and log aggregation systems across hybrid environments ● Perform capacity planning and resource optimization for both on-premises and cloud resources ● Conduct performance tuning and troubleshooting of Ubuntu systems ● Implement security best practices across all infrastructure components ● Manage system hardening and security patching processes for Ubuntu systems ● Configure and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions across a hybrid infrastructure ● Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements ● Work closely with development teams to optimize application deployment and performance ● Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members ● Participate in on-call rotation for production system support ● Document processes, procedures, and system architectures Qualifications: ● Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience ● 5+ years of experience in DevOps, System Administration, or Site Reliability Engineering roles ● Strong experience with Ubuntu Linux system administration ● Advanced knowledge of Ubuntu system administration, including user management, file systems, networking, and process management ● Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash) and the Python programming language ● Experience with Docker and container orchestration platforms ● Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure integration with on-premises Ubuntu systems ● Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef for managing Ubuntu systems ● Proficiency with Git and branching strategies ● Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, VPN, and hybrid network connectivity ● Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, backup and recovery procedures on Ubuntu systems ● Experience with CI/CD tools and methodologies ● Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Azure Resource Manager templates ● Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Azure Monitor) ● Proven track record of managing production Ubuntu environments at scale ● Experience with hybrid infrastructure combining on-premises Ubuntu systems with Azure cloud services ● Experience with high-traffic applications and 24/7 production systems across hybrid environments ● Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex system issues in both on-premises and cloud environments ● Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities ● Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams ● Self-motivated with the ability to work independently Preferred Skills: ● Microsoft Azure certifications (Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer), RHCE, AWS certifications ● Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and Azure hybrid connectivity solutions (Azure Arc, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway) ● Knowledge of Ubuntu-specific package management (apt) and system optimization ● Experience with Azure services integration from on-premises Ubuntu systems ● Familiarity with security scanning tools and vulnerability management ● Experience with disaster recovery planning and implementation ● Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies ● Experience with microservices architecture and service mesh technologies ● Knowledge of web servers (Apache, Nginx) configuration and optimization ● Experience with load balancers (HAProxy, F5, or cloud-native solutions) ● Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with emerging technologies
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DevOps Engineer – Linux Specialist