Senior DevOps Engineer

Ciklum is looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join our team full-time in Ukraine.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

About the role:

As a Senior DevOps Engineer, become a part of a cross-functional development team engineering experiences of tomorrow.

The client's platform enables energy utilities to unlock the full value of a radically changing energy system and propel us to a future where renewable energy is sustainable, affordable and accessible for all. From automating and simplifying core operations including billing to create a lower-cost, higher-engagement experience, to optimising energy usage across smart devices in the home, we turn tough challenges into win-win-win outcomes for customers, suppliers and the energy system.

Responsibilities:

• Support with implementation of more complex AWS workflows
• Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant, and secure AWS architectures at scale. Contribute to the overall cloud strategy and roadmap
• Build complex CI/CD pipelines, automate infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and configuration management for large-scale applications
• Proactively analyze infrastructure performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies for cost and efficiency
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex system-wide issues, root cause analysis, and implementation of preventative measures
• Design and enforce secure infrastructure patterns, conduct security audits, and drive security initiatives
• Mentor team members, foster a culture of continuous learning, and share best practices within the organization
• Stay updated on emerging DevOps tools and AWS services, evaluating their potential impact and driving adoption

Requirements:

We know that sometimes, you can’t tick every box. We would still love to hear from you if you think you’re a good fit!

• 5+ years of experience in a DevOps engineering role with significant AWS experience
• Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale AWS solutions
• Deep knowledge of AWS services, architectures, and design patterns
• Excellent skills in CloudFormation, Terraform, or other IaC tools
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and architect robust solutions
• Extensive experience with Docker, Kubernetes (EKS), and microservices architectures
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Desirable:

• Expertise in configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet, etc.)
• Relevant AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Professional, AWS DevOps Engineer Professional, AWS Security Specialty)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash)
• In-depth knowledge of networking concepts, VPC design and network security
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, and compliance standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS)

What’s in it for you?

• Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment
• Growth focus: Take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand your expertise
• Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications
• Endless opportunities: Explore diverse domains through internal mobility, finding the best fit to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies
• Flexibility: Enjoy radical flexibility – work remotely or from an office, your choice
• Care: We’ve got you covered with company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations

About us:

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.

As one of Ukraine’s largest IT companies and a top employer recognized by Forbes, we’ve spent over 20 years delivering meaningful tech solutions. We proudly support diverse talent and military veterans, recognizing their unique skills and perspectives they bring to shaping the future.

Explore, empower, engineer with Ciklum!

Interested already? We would love to get to know you! Submit your application. We can’t wait to see you at Ciklum.

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