DevOps Engineer with Database Expertise

As a DevOps Engineer with Database Expertise at Inetum, your primary responsibilities include designing, building, and managing scalable cloud infrastructure using tools such as Terraform and ARM templates. You will operate within both hybrid environments and collaborate closely with development, infrastructure, and database teams to ensure efficient CI/CD pipelines. An essential part of your role involves monitoring key database systems like Microsoft SQL and MongoDB, optimizing performance, and managing integration points between infrastructure and databases.

Candidates applying for the DevOps Engineer position at Inetum should have a strong background in DevOps and Cloud Infrastructure Engineering, ideally with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience. Proficiency with Azure Public Cloud and experience in Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform and ARM templates are essential. Knowledge of database technologies such as Microsoft SQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra, particularly from an infrastructure perspective, is also crucial. A good understanding of both Windows and Linux operating systems will go a long way!

A DevOps Engineer at Inetum can expect to work in a vibrant, collaborative, and innovative environment. Our team emphasizes strong communication and collaboration across various cross-functional teams. You'll be involved in large-scale corporate projects, tackling complex infrastructure landscapes and embracing a culture that values continuous improvement and employee development. Health and well-being are also focal points, with activities and resources to support your growth.

As a DevOps Engineer at Inetum, you will primarily use cloud technologies in Azure environments along with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform and ARM templates. You'll also work with database systems like Microsoft SQL, MongoDB, and Cassandra. Familiarity with CI/CD tools is critical, and you'll be involved in optimizing and monitoring the performance of both infrastructure and databases to ensure high availability and compliance with operational standards.

Inetum offers a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting the professional and personal well-being of its employees. This includes access to foreign language learning platforms, tech learning resources, personalized training workshops, and health benefits such as medical subscriptions and meal tickets. You’ll also enjoy a flexible benefit platform to allocate a monthly budget for personal needs, along with wellbeing activities that foster community and personal growth.

When answering this question, provide concrete examples of projects where you utilized Azure and Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform. Detail how you implemented these technologies to improve deployment processes or manage infrastructure efficiently.

Discuss your approach to monitoring database systems, including the tools you use and key metrics you track. Highlight how you ensure integration and availability, and mention any experiences with performance tuning.

Share your strategy for incident response, including any frameworks or methodologies you follow. Focus on your experience in troubleshooting, collaborating with team members, and documenting solutions for future reference.

Explain specific strategies you've implemented to enhance CI/CD pipelines, such as automating testing or deployment processes. Provide examples of any tools used and how your initiatives led to measurable improvements.

Emphasize the importance of load balancing, resource allocation, and redundancy in maintaining high availability. Discuss tools or practices you utilize to monitor performance and ensure uptime.

Detail your experience with performance tuning, including the specific techniques you’ve utilized to optimize database performance. Discuss any monitoring tools employed and your approach to continual improvement.

Select a particular project that highlights your problem-solving skills and teamwork. Describe your role, the challenges faced, and the positive outcomes resulting from your contributions.

Discuss common challenges such as balancing speed with security, maintaining cross-team collaboration, and keeping up with evolving technologies. It’s crucial to indicate how you address these challenges in your work.

Explain your approach to prioritization, focusing on techniques like the Eisenhower Matrix or Kanban. Mention how these methods have helped you manage workloads effectively in past roles.

Share your aspirations in the field of DevOps, whether it's aiming for a leadership position, specializing further, or contributing to open-source projects. Align your goals with the values and mission of Inetum to demonstrate your fit.