DevOps Engineer (DeFi)

As a DevOps Engineer at Crypto.com, your responsibilities will revolve around defining and implementing workflows for our Dapp product development team and overseeing security and SRE processes. You will contribute to system architecture design, enhance Terraform, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, develop monitoring tools, deploy cloud infrastructure as code, and design disaster recovery solutions, among other tasks.

To qualify for the DevOps Engineer position at Crypto.com, you should have solid experience with AWS, Terraform, and Kubernetes, along with at least three years of experience in DevOps. Experience with building large-scale CI/CD pipelines, monitoring mission-critical systems, and tools like Datadog is highly desirable. Knowledge of Linux, network security, and possibly Node.js or Java development will set you apart.

DevOps Engineers at Crypto.com typically utilize a range of tools including AWS for cloud infrastructure, Terraform for infrastructure as code, Kubernetes for container orchestration, and CI/CD tools for streamlined development processes. Monitoring tools such as Datadog, Grafana, and ELK are also crucial for maintaining application performance.

At Crypto.com, you can expect a transformational and proactive working environment that empowers you to think big and explore new opportunities. The collaborative nature of the team fosters support among colleagues, and there are ample growth opportunities to develop new skill sets that will shape your professional journey.

Crypto.com offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive medical insurance package, attractive annual leave entitlements, work flexibility, and a unique internal mobility program. Additionally, new employees receive a Crypto.com Visa card and other regional-specific benefits, making it an appealing workplace for aspiring professionals.

When approaching the automation of operations in DevOps, I start by identifying repetitive tasks that can be streamlined. I leverage tools like Terraform for infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines for deployment processes, and monitoring solutions to automate feedback loops. It's crucial to ensure that the automation is maintainable and integrates seamlessly with existing workflows.

CI/CD, which stands for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment, is vital in DevOps for several reasons. It allows for rapid deliverability of features and fixes by automating the integration and deployment processes. This not only accelerates time-to-market but also enhances code quality through continuous testing. As a DevOps Engineer, I ensure that these pipelines are robust and cater to the project's needs.

In maintaining cloud infrastructure, the major challenges include managing cost efficiency, ensuring security compliance, and maintaining high availability. To mitigate these challenges, I employ monitoring tools to keep a close watch on resource usage, schedule regular security audits, and implement auto-scaling solutions to handle variable workloads effectively.

In a fast-paced DevOps environment, I prioritize tasks based on urgency and impact. I adopt a systematic approach by using tools like Kanban boards to visualize workload and facilitate better team collaboration. Regular stand-ups help gauge task progress and identify blockers quickly, ensuring team alignment on priorities.

For performance monitoring, I prefer tools like Datadog and Grafana. Datadog offers robust cloud monitoring solutions with detailed analytics, which is essential for keeping tabs on application performance. Grafana, with its customizable dashboards, allows for visualizing performance metrics effectively, providing insights that help in making data-driven decisions.

To ensure security in a DevOps pipeline, I advocate for a 'shift-left' security approach, integrating security practices early in the development lifecycle. This includes conducting code reviews, employing security scanning tools, and ensuring all dependencies are vetted. Regular collaboration with security teams further safeguards the pipeline.

I have significant experience in designing disaster recovery solutions, which include defining RTO (Recovery Time Objective) and RPO (Recovery Point Objective) based on organizational needs. I typically develop automated backup solutions, conduct regular drills, and employ multi-region deployments to mitigate data loss and downtime.

I am comfortable coding in several languages, primarily Python for scripting and automation, as well as JavaScript for various tools we may develop. Having a strong foundation in coding allows me to contribute to software development efforts and automate processes efficiently.

In the event of conflicts within a team during a project, I advocate for an open communication approach. I encourage team members to share their perspectives and work towards a resolution collaboratively. If necessary, I facilitate discussions to ensure that everyone feels heard, steering the team back toward our shared goals.

I want to work as a DevOps Engineer at Crypto.com because I’m passionate about the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency and the opportunities it presents. I’m impressed by Crypto.com’s commitment to innovation and its mission of making cryptocurrency accessible to everyone. Joining such a dynamic team aligns perfectly with my career aspirations.