DevOps Manager

At RemoteStar, we’re currently hiring for one of our clients, based in San Sebastian- Spain

About client :

Well-funded and fast-growing deep-tech company founded in 2019. We are the biggest Quantum Software company in the EU. They are also one of the 100 most promising companies in AI in the world (according to CB Insights, 2023) with 150+ employees and growing, fully multicultural and international.

They provide hyper-efficient software to companies seeking to gain an edge with quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Their main products, Singularity and CompactifAI, address critical needs across various industries.

As a DevOps Manager, you will :

• Lead an international team of DevOps engineers to develop cutting-edge Cloud solutions for our internal users and top-tier external clients.
• Manage technical projects from initiation to completion, defining the project scope, objectives, and deliverables. To achieve this, you will.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
• Identify and manage project risks, develop contingency plans to address unforeseen obstacles, and maintain project momentum.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team of professionals, providing guidance and direction to ensure project goals are met efficiently and effectively, fostering a collaborative and results-driven team environment.
• Monitor project performance and take proactive measures to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Develop documentation, monitor and report project status, assess the effectiveness and accuracy of documentation.
• Foster clear and transparent communication channels with stakeholders, team members, and senior management to provide updates on project status, milestones, and potential challenges.
• Collaborate and communicate with other project managers and leaders to coordinate cross-project initiatives and activities.
• Demonstrates an understanding of users’ needs and effectively participates in the development and implementation of business solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Operations Research, or related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor of Science plus Master in Business Administration is acceptable.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, DevOps, data science, IT and/or other relevant engineering domains
• 5+ years of successful Project Management experience in leading and managing devops/platform teams in a technology-driven company
• Expert understanding and knowledge of DevOps & SRE practices and Agile methodologies.
• Solid experience deploying SaaS solutions in multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP)
• Competent experience in deploying, monitoring and maintaining Kubernetes clusters as well as experience deploying applications to Kubernetes using Helm charts.
• Experience in large-scale, secure, and high availability solutions in the AWS Cloud, using automation to support deployment, scaling, monitoring, and management (i.e. Terraform, etc.)
• Familiarity with the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines (i.e. GitLab CI, ArgoCD, etc.)
• Database experience with PostgreSQL and NoSQL (e.g. DynamoDB, MongoDB, etc.)
• Competent knowledge of Python, Docker and Git
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams effectively.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills, coupled with a keen eye for detail.
• Exceptional communication with a perfect command of English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Operations Research, or related field.
• Experience designing and deploying Infrastructure to support machine learning and data analytics solutions.
• Experience in data engineering infrastructure, data warehousing, cross-region replication
• Project Management certifications, e.g. PMP
• Cloud Certifications in AWS, Azure, GCP
• Kubernetes Certifications, e.g. CKA, CKAD, CKS
• Any other relevant technical certifications

Perks and Benefits:

• Indefinite contract.
• Equal pay guaranteed.
• Variable performance bonus.
• Signing bonus.
• We offer work visa sponsorship (If applicable).
• Relocation package (if applicable).
• Private health insurance.
• Flexible remuneration: hospitality and public transportation.
• Eligibility for educational budget according to internal policy.
• Hybrid opportunity.
• Flexible working hours.
• Language classes and discounted lunch options
• Working in a high paced environment, working on cutting edge technologies.
• Career plan. Opportunity to learn and teach.
• Progressive Company. Happy people culture