Senior DevOps Engineer - NZ

We’re searching for a Senior DevOps Engineer to help scale and automate our cloud infrastructure, software delivery pipelines, and deployment processes across modern cloud-based environments. **What You’ll Do** * Build, configure, and maintain production-grade Kubernetes environments from the ground up across cloud and hybrid infrastructure. * Develop, scale, and maintain robust Infrastructure as Code (IaC) pipelines, primarily leveraging Terraform to orchestrate cloud resources. * Automate and secure cloud infrastructure in Azure, AWS, or both. * Manage and optimize advanced Helm deployments and containerized workloads. * Implement and manage observability and alerting using the Prometheus/Grafana stack (Loki, Alloy, Tempo) to monitor platform performance and reliability. * Support database orchestration and optimization strategies (such as PITR for PostgreSQL or managing Apache Pinot and Cassandra) across environments. * Work closely with engineering teams to streamline software delivery and ensure seamless CI/CD processes. * Troubleshoot complex operational issues, mitigate infrastructure vulnerabilities, and enforce strict cloud security profiles. * Innovate and automate to generate business value. * Support and mentor junior DevOps team members. **What You’ll Bring** * Minimum 5+ years’ experience in complex product environments * Strong experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Platform Engineering. * A long history of Linux administration and engineering experience. * Proven track record of provisioning cloud infrastructure. * Hands-on experience building, administering, and maintaining Kubernetes clusters. * Deep experience with either AWS or Azure infrastructure, core cloud services, and secure networking. * Strong scripting capability in Bash, Python, or PowerShell. * The ability to read and comprehend segments of application code, such as Node.js or Java. * A solid understanding of cloud security, governance, and operational best practices (e.g., identity federation, workload identities). **Nice To Have** * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or equivalent CNCF certification. * Experience in fintech or regulated environments. * Advanced Database Administration experience, including performance optimization, handling CDC artifacts, or deduplication strategies. * Experience with GitLab CI/CD.