WazirX-Devops Engineer

Role: DevOps Engineer
Role Type: Individual Contributor 

About WazirX:

At WazirX, we’re not just building software – we’re pioneering the future of finance. As a young, passion-driven company at the cusp of the crypto revolution, we’re looking for innovative thinkers and relentless creators who align with our mission of making crypto accessible to all Indians. If joining a vibrant team of top talent, pushing boundaries, and reshaping the industry through constant learning and breakthrough ideas excites you, WazirX is where you belong.

About the Role:

We are looking for  an experienced DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and manage scalable, high-traffic infrastructure on AWS. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Kubernetes, cloud security, and monitoring, with a proven track record of delivering resilient systems capable of handling millions of concurrent users. This role will be pivotal in ensuring our infrastructure remains secure, compliant, and highly available.

What You’ll Do

• Infrastructure Design & Management:
  • Architect, deploy, and maintain robust AWS-based infrastructure solutions.
  • Ensure high availability and performance of systems handling large-scale, high-traffic environments.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
  • Develop and manage IaC using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation to automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration.
  • Maintain version-controlled and modular codebases for infrastructure.
• Kubernetes Operations:
  • Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters.
  • Scale and optimize cluster performance, ensuring reliability and efficient resource usage.
• Cloud Security & Compliance:
  • Implement and enforce best practices in cloud security.
  • Achieve and maintain compliance certifications (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS or similar).
  • Collaborate with security teams to integrate governance and risk management into daily operations.
• Monitoring & Logging:
  • Set up and maintain observability using tools such as Grafana and Kibana.
  • Develop and manage monitoring solutions to provide real-time insights into system performance and health.
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting:
  • Diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure issues.
  • Optimize systems to handle millions of concurrent users during peak traffic periods.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to continuously refine and improve infrastructure processes.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance our cloud infrastructure strategy.

What you’ll bring: 

• DevOps Expertise: 8+ years in IT with a focus on DevOps, automation, and cloud infrastructure.
• Cloud Experience: 5+ years of hands-on AWS experience, including extensive work with AWS services (compute, storage, networking, etc.).
• Kubernetes: At least 5+ years managing and scaling Kubernetes clusters in production environments.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Expertise in Terraform and AWS CloudFormation(Good to have) to build and maintain infrastructure.
• Security & Compliance: Experience with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS or similar) and cloud security best practices. (Good to have)
• Monitoring Tools: Proficient in using Grafana and Kibana for observability and monitoring of infrastructure performance.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in high-traffic environments.
• Scripting & Automation:Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate repetitive tasks.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment methodologies.
• Additional Cloud Platforms: Experience with other cloud providers and container orchestration platforms is a plus.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why WazirX?

• Shape the Future of Crypto: Be at the forefront of the crypto revolution, working on groundbreaking projects that redefine financial freedom for millions.
• Own your role & push the envelope: We’re a fast-growing company that encourages every team member to take on responsibility, push boundaries, and continuously learn. Your growth is as important to us as our own.
• Mission-Driven Culture: Join a team that is on a mission to make crypto accessible to every Indian. You’ll collaborate with creative thinkers and driven problem-solvers united by a shared mission.
• Flexibility and Autonomy: We trust our team to take ownership. With our flexible culture, you’ll have the autonomy to work in a way that suits you, with the resources and support you need to succeed.
• Collaborative Environment: At WazirX, great ideas come from every corner. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to bring your ideas to life and make a visible impact.