Remote DevOps Engineer (Based in Europe)

Description

Remote DevOps Engineer (Europe)

Lead the Next Wave of Remote Cloud Engineering

Do you get excited about building systems that consistently deliver results and consistently meet user expectations? Are you fueled by the challenge of automating, optimizing, and protecting cloud environments on a global scale? As a Remote DevOps Engineer, you’ll join a distributed team that puts innovation, trust, and technical excellence at the heart of every project. Here, your skills won’t just keep things running—they’ll help drive real growth, deliver measurable results, and shape the digital future for businesses across Europe and beyond.

Imagine Your Impact

Step into a role where your contributions are visible and valued. Over the past year, our engineering teams have maintained a 99.99% uptime across mission-critical systems, reduced software deployment times by nearly 50%, and launched multiple automation initiatives that have significantly reduced the manual workload for everyone involved. This is your opportunity to make your mark in a company where forward-thinking is the standard and every new idea gets its chance to shine.

Key Responsibilities

Build and Automate World-Class Infrastructure

You’ll design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud solutions using industry-leading providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Every day, you’ll improve and automate infrastructure using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation. Your focus: deliver robust, flexible environments that adapt quickly to new business needs while staying secure and cost-effective.

  • Create and refine automated CI/CD pipelines with platforms like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions to streamline software delivery and testing.
  • Develop comprehensive monitoring and alerting frameworks to ensure round-the-clock system reliability, utilizing Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, and Datadog.
  • Take the lead on troubleshooting incidents, quickly pinpointing root causes, and collaborating with others to implement sustainable solutions that prevent repeat issues.

Enable Reliable, Fast Deployment at Scale

Partner with software developers and QA specialists to remove friction from deployment and release cycles. Help transition legacy applications to container-based architecture with Docker and Kubernetes, unlocking easier scaling and better resilience. Utilize data analytics to pinpoint and resolve bottlenecks, ensuring performance keeps pace with business growth.

  • Champion the adoption of infrastructure as code, making systems consistent, repeatable, and easy to manage.
  • Design and test robust backup and disaster recovery procedures to guarantee critical data is always safe and recoverable, no matter the scenario.
  • Contribute to capacity planning, scaling, and performance optimization to meet the needs of a rapidly growing user base.

Collaborate Across Borders

This is a 100% remote role, allowing you to work from anywhere in Europe. Connect daily with talented professionals who share your passion for innovation and take part in virtual standups, planning sessions, and cross-team projects. Here, every engineer’s voice is heard, and you’ll have the freedom to suggest improvements and lead new initiatives.

The Tools and Technologies That Power Your Work

You’ll gain hands-on experience with a modern stack, including:

  • Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, ECS, Lambda, S3), Microsoft Azure (AKS, App Service), Google Cloud (GKE, Cloud Functions)
  • Automation & Configuration: Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Chef
  • CI/CD & Version Control: Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Bitbucket Pipelines
  • Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm
  • Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Datadog

What Success Looks Like

  • You help keep service uptime at or above 99.99% for mission-critical platforms.
  • Deployment times get shorter and more reliable as automation grows.
  • Security events are prevented by proactive monitoring and quick response.
  • Your work enables teams to deliver features and fixes to users faster, with fewer errors.

What You’ll Bring

  • A university qualification in computer science, engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
  • At least three years of experience in a DevOps, SRE, or cloud engineering capacity.
  • Strong background working with at least one primary cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Confident scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar) and a talent for building automation.
  • Deep hands-on experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
  • A proven track record of designing, building, and supporting CI/CD pipelines in real-world environments.
  • Solid understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, with a comfort level collaborating across teams and countries.
  • Experience with modern monitoring, logging, and analytics tools for production systems.

Why Join Us? Work Environment & Benefits

  • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere policy within Europe
  • Flexible hours so you can find your own balance between work and life
  • Regular access to new technology, learning platforms, and professional development
  • Inclusive culture with regular virtual team events, tech meetups, and hackathons
  • Competitive salary: $85,759/year, plus performance bonuses and growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive paid leave, healthcare, and wellness allowances
  • Generous home office and tech equipment budget so you can do your best work
  • Transparent leadership that values every idea and invests in every team member’s growth

Your Growth Path

  • Take ownership of game-changing automation and cloud migration projects
  • Mentor new hires, share your expertise, and help shape our DevOps culture
  • Enjoy company-sponsored certifications and ongoing technical training
  • Get involved in open-source initiatives and contribute to a broader engineering community

Make Your Next Move Matter

If you want to make a real difference—using your technical talent, creativity, and drive—then this is the place to do it. Join us and be part of a team that empowers you to solve tough challenges, move fast, and see the impact of your work every single day. Your journey to building next-generation cloud solutions starts right here.

Apply today to take your remote DevOps career further—without limits, right from anywhere in Europe.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

1. What kinds of systems and projects will I handle as a remote DevOps engineer?

You’ll take ownership of building, automating, and maintaining cloud infrastructure that supports real businesses across Europe. On any given day, you could be rolling out a new CI/CD pipeline, improving monitoring and alerting, migrating apps to Kubernetes, or working with developers to release features faster and more reliably. Every project presents an opportunity to enhance systems' stability, security, and efficiency.

2. How does remote collaboration work for DevOps at this company?

You’ll work closely with software engineers, QA, and other DevOps professionals—primarily through video calls, Slack, and shared dashboards. We hold daily virtual stand-ups, asynchronous planning, and open channels for technical discussions. Your input matters, and you’ll always have the freedom to suggest changes or lead on improvements, wherever you’re based in Europe.

3. What’s exciting and challenging about this DevOps role?

It’s a blend of high impact and real responsibility. You’ll troubleshoot live incidents, automate repetitive tasks, and keep uptime numbers high for systems people rely on. The challenge comes from adapting to rapid change—there’s always a new tool or cloud service to master—but the reward is seeing your work directly improve reliability, speed, and security for thousands of users.

4. How does this team stay ahead with the latest cloud and automation tools?

You’ll have access to top tech, dedicated training time, and a budget for certifications. We encourage you to experiment with new platforms and automation tools, and to bring fresh ideas for enhancing our systems. There’s a focus on ongoing learning, so you’re never standing still here.

5. What’s the team culture like for remote DevOps engineers?

We’re open, friendly, and always up for a technical deep dive. People here value clear communication, trust, and the sharing of knowledge. You’ll join regular virtual meetups, tech talks, and hackathons, all designed to help you learn, grow, and connect with other engineers across Europe.