DevOps Engineer (3 Months)-(Contract)

As a DevOps Engineer at BlackStone eIT, you'll focus on implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines, optimizing cloud infrastructure on platforms such as AWS or Azure, and collaborating closely with development teams. You'll also be involved in automating processes, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting issues as they arise.

To apply for the DevOps Engineer position at BlackStone eIT, candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and have 1-3 years of experience in a DevOps role. Familiarity with CI/CD tools, cloud services, and basic knowledge of containerization and scripting languages will also be beneficial.

At BlackStone eIT, we prioritize continuous learning and development. DevOps Engineers will have opportunities for hands-on experience with the latest tools and technologies, and we encourage team collaboration for knowledge sharing. The flexibility of a remote model also allows you to manage your time effectively, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Absolutely! BlackStone eIT welcomes international applicants who have a passion for technology and a desire to contribute to our team. We believe diverse perspectives enhance innovation, and we're excited to collaborate with talented individuals from around the globe.

Candidates should be well-versed in cloud services like AWS or Azure, CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI, and have a basic understanding of containerization technologies such as Docker. Familiarity with scripting languages like Python or Bash will also be essential for automating tasks and enhancing operational efficiency.

CI/CD, or Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment, is crucial in DevOps as it automates the processes of building, testing, and deploying applications. This ensures more efficient and reliable software delivery, allowing teams to focus on developing features rather than manual deployment tasks.

When answering this question, highlight your specific experiences with cloud infrastructure, including the services you have used, how you have managed them, and the impact your work had on improving system performance or cost-effectiveness.

Describe your systematic approach to troubleshooting, including how you identify the root cause, gather logs, and collaborate with team members. Emphasize the importance of documentation and continuous improvement practices in your troubleshooting process.

Share a specific instance where you've reduced manual work through automation, detailing the tools used, the scope of automation, and the results. This demonstrates your proactive approach to enhancing operational efficiency.

Mention the scripting languages you're familiar with, such as Python or Bash, and provide examples of how you've used these skills to solve problems or automate tasks effectively within your DevOps role.

Discuss your understanding of security best practices, including how you implement security policies, conduct regular vulnerability assessments, and integrate automated security checks into CI/CD pipelines to safeguard applications from threats.

Talk about your hands-on experience with containerization, explaining how you've created, deployed, and managed containers. Share benefits you've observed, such as improved portability or environment consistency.

Emphasize the necessity of strong communication and collaboration, explaining how you engage with development teams to understand their needs and ensure that deployment processes align with project requirements.

Briefly describe the tools and metrics you use to monitor performance, how you derive insights from this data, and the corrective actions you take based on your findings to improve system reliability.

Share your passion for technology and detail what excites you about working with BlackStone eIT, such as the company’s commitment to innovation, the focus on collaboration, and the opportunity to design and implement transformative IT solutions.