Blockchain – Technical Operations

Werben HR; Buenos Aires; On-site; ARS 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Werben HR is seeking a Technical Operations Engineer to maintain and optimize production systems with a focus on Web3 technologies. You will lead chain operations, perform advanced Web3 support, and drive system monitoring and SLA adherence.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in Technical Operations/SRE, strong Linux skills, and hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and automation tools like Ansible and Terraform. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Technical Operations, SRE or similar role, with a deep understanding of Linux/Unix systems.
• Deep Blockchain / Web3 expertise: troubleshooting JSON-RPC responses, validating logs, and working with chain foundations to improve network performance.
• DevOps experience: automation and configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform, Consul) and programming languages like Python, Go, or JavaScript; Docker and Kubernetes familiarity.
• System optimization skills: benchmarking, cost analysis, and tuning across cloud providers, hardware, and kernel parameters.
• Analytical and dashboard proficiency using Grafana or DataDog for detailed system insights.
• SLA/SLO and incident management experience, with PagerDuty or similar.
• Proactive, hands-on problem solving and ability to reduce risk and technical debt.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams; high energy, integrity and self-starter attitude.
• Knowledge of databases such as ScyllaDB, Redis, and Postgres; WAF optimization with CloudFlare; familiarity with Lambda and caching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead chain operations, deployment, and operational management of new blockchain networks; ensure testing and optimization of chain performance.
• Tackle complex Web3 issues, post-mortems, and provide technical direction during incidents.
• Use Grafana/DataDog for system monitoring and health trending to drive reliability.
• Define and enforce stringent SLA/SLO objectives for platform services.
• Hands-on problem solving to minimize technical debt and implement preventive measures.
• Collaborate with Support L1 and cross-functional teams to maintain system efficiency.

Job description

The Technical Operations team is responsible for ensuring the stability, reliability, and performance of our production systems. In this pivotal role as a Technical Operations Engineer, you will be instrumental in maintaining, troubleshooting, and enhancing the performance and reliability of our production systems, with a special emphasis on complex Web3 technologies. This position demands a unique blend of Web3 expertise, technical skills, analytical prowess, and a collaborative approach to ensure operational excellence. Timezone: US EST (Eastern Timezone).

What You'll Do

• Chain Operations and Research: Lead the research, deployment, and operational management of new blockchain networks, ensuring efficient launch processes, thorough testing, and ongoing optimization of chain performance and reliability.
• Advanced Web3 Support: Tackle complex Web3 issues, including conducting thorough post-mortems, providing technical direction in customer calls, and leading remediation efforts during incidents.
• System Monitoring and Analytical Skills: Utilize advanced analytical and dashboard skills, including proficiency in tools like Grafana or DataDog, to monitor system performance and health.
• Process and SLA/SLO Management: Define, enforce, and ensure the organization meets stringent SLO/SLA objectives, contributing to the overall health and reliability of our platform services.
• Hands-On Problem Solving: Innovate to solve complex challenges quickly and efficiently, while being disciplined in task follow-through to minimize technical debt and implement preventive measures.
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with the Support L1 team and other cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment to maintain system efficiency.

Proven Experience

• At least 5 years in Technical Operations, SRE, or a similar role, with a deep understanding of Linux/Unix systems.
• Deep Blockchain / Web3 Expertise: Ability to handle complex Web3-related issues with proficiency, including troubleshooting JSON-RPC responses, analyzing validator logs, and working with chain foundations directly on improving network performance.
• DevOps Experience: Proficiency in automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Consul), and in programming languages such as Python, Go, or JavaScript. Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• System Optimization: Skilled in system optimization, including benchmarking using in-house tools, cost analysis and optimization, and system-level tuning by comparing various cloud providers, hardware configurations, and kernel parameters.
• Analytical and Dashboard Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in using tools like Grafana or DataDog for detailed system analysis and monitoring, essential for proactive system management and data-driven decision-making.
• SLA/SLO and Incident Management Expertise: Proven ability in defining and adhering to SLA/SLO objectives, coupled with efficient incident management using tools like PagerDuty, ensuring operational reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Proactive and Hands-On Approach: A proactive mindset with a hands-on approach to problem‑solving, capable of innovating under pressure and committed to reducing risks and technical debt.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with various stakeholders.
• Personal Attributes: High energy, resilient, with a can‑do mentality and a strong work ethic. Integrity, honesty, and maturity are key, along with a commitment to continuous improvement and a self‑starter attitude.
• Knowledge of database systems such as ScyllaDB, Redis, and Postgres.
• Experience with WAF optimization and alerting, particularly with CloudFlare.
• Familiarity with modern web hosting technologies, including lambda functions and caching strategies.