ingénieur informatique OPS / DevOps — Cloud & Automatisation (IT) / Freelance
Free-Work · Montreuil, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Montreuil, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Freelance DevOps Engineer role with automation focus.
- Manage production environments and ensure reliability.
- Utilize Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud technologies.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines and monitoring tools.
- Collaborate with product squads and development teams.
About the role
DevOps Engineer Cloud and Automation
We are seeking a DevOps Engineer with expertise in Cloud and Automation for a freelance position at Free-Work. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in OPS/DevOps engineering within critical production environments.
Profile Sought
- Solid experience in OPS/DevOps engineering in critical production environments.
- Mastery of "as code" automation practices and a confirmed DevOps/Agile culture.
- Expertise in Kubernetes/Docker: pods, deployments, network policies, persistent volumes, configmaps, secrets.
- Knowledge of Cloud architectures (micro-services, virtualization, Infrastructure as Code - IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
- Understanding of private, public, and hybrid Cloud service models.
- Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
- Proficiency in version control tools and binary repositories (GitLab, Artifactory, Nexus).
- Ability to work outside of business hours (HNO) and be on call.
- Fluent English required – vendor certification (Kubernetes, Ansible…) appreciated.
Mission Context
As part of an OPS Engineering service, you will join a Cloud product squad in a team-based setup. Your role is central: to ensure the operability, reliability, and security of products put into production, while driving an End-to-End automation and supervision approach using Dynatrace, XL Release, and the CI/CD toolchain.
Key Responsibilities
- Execution of production releases (MEP, CAB) and facilitation of solution deployment.
- Production Representative within the squad - Toolchain, Ansible A/R.
- Definition, piloting, and guarantee of SLOs - management of recurring incidents (recurrence, Time2fix).
- Implementation and evolution of End-to-End monitoring (Dynatrace) - production and non-production supervision.
- Technical architecture design (SATS/CASA) and participation in architecture reviews.
- Automation of deployments and implementation of technical user stories.
- Monitoring of Delivery operability (PACT, PCR, production standards).
- Ensuring application continuity: ICP, Backup/Restore, Disaster Recovery.
- Feeding the Production backlog: CI/CD, Continuous Operation, Time2repair.
- Conducting security reviews and access controls (OS, storage, network, routers).
- Contribution to the definition of service levels and production indicators.
- Support for development teams to secure and accelerate deliveries.
- Identification of operational bottlenecks (flows, security, network) and action plans.
- Capacity planning and infrastructure upgrade piloting.
- Implementation of application piloting guidelines (AEL) and maintenance of documentation.
Technical Stack
- Containers & OS: Kubernetes, Docker, Linux, Windows, AIX
- Automation: Ansible, Ansible Tower, Ansible Galaxy, XL Release
- CI/CD & Tooling: GitLab CI, Jenkins, Artifactory
- Monitoring & Orchestration: Dynatrace, Control-M, CFT
- Databases: Oracle, MongoDB
- Languages: YAML, Python, Shell
- Middleware: Liberty, Core WebSphere
- Cloud: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, Hybrid, Micro-services
Key skills/competency
- DevOps
- Cloud Engineering
- Automation
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- CI/CD
- Ansible
- Dynatrace
- Production Support
- Agile
Skills & topics
- DevOps Engineer
- Cloud Engineering
- Automation
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- CI/CD
- Ansible
- Production Support
- Freelance
- IT
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 6+ years of OPS/DevOps experience, Kubernetes, Docker, and automation skills.
- Showcase "as code" expertise: Emphasize your experience with Ansible, CI/CD tools like GitLab CI, Jenkins, and Artifactory.
- Demonstrate cloud knowledge: Detail your experience with IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and microservices architectures.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss Kubernetes, Docker, cloud platforms, and incident management scenarios.
- Highlight communication skills: Mention your fluent English and any relevant certifications.
Technical preparation
Master Kubernetes and Docker containerization.,Automate deployments using Ansible and IaC.,Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines.,Understand cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
Behavioral questions
Describe a critical production incident you managed.,How do you ensure production system reliability?,How do you collaborate with development teams?,How do you approach automation challenges?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific cloud platforms does Free-Work expect experience with for this DevOps Engineer role?
- This DevOps Engineer role requires knowledge of various cloud architectures including micro-services, virtualization, and Infrastructure as Code (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS). The role also involves understanding private, public, and hybrid cloud service models, indicating a need for broad cloud platform familiarity rather than specific vendor lock-in.
- Is there a requirement for on-call availability or working outside standard hours for this DevOps position?
- Yes, the job description explicitly states the ability to work outside of business hours (HNO) and to be on call is required for this DevOps Engineer position. This indicates a need for flexibility and commitment to maintaining production environments.
- What level of experience is required for the DevOps Engineer Cloud & Automation freelance role?
- The client is specifically looking for a candidate with over 6 years of experience in OPS/DevOps engineering. This indicates a need for a senior-level professional with a proven track record in critical production environments.
- What are the primary tools used for automation and CI/CD in this DevOps role?
- Key automation tools mentioned include Ansible, Ansible Tower, Ansible Galaxy, and XL Release. For CI/CD and tooling, the stack includes GitLab CI, Jenkins, and Artifactory. Proficiency in these tools is crucial for this role.
- Does this DevOps Engineer position require fluent English?
- Yes, fluent English is a requirement for this DevOps Engineer role. Additionally, vendor certifications such as those for Kubernetes or Ansible are considered a plus.
- What is the expected involvement in production deployments for this DevOps role?
- The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for executing production releases (MEP, CAB), facilitating solution deployment, and acting as the Production Representative within the squad. This involves a hands-on approach to managing the deployment lifecycle.
- What monitoring tools are utilized in this DevOps position?
- The primary monitoring tool mentioned is Dynatrace, used for End-to-End monitoring and supervising both production and non-production environments. Experience with Dynatrace is therefore essential for this role.