DevOps Engineer

EWQ Sverige AB; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

EWQ Zone is hiring a hands-on DevOps Engineer to join our Helsinki team, shaping the future of retail technology across the Nordics. You will build, maintain, and optimize containerized environments and delivery pipelines in a robust private cloud and microservices architecture.

You will collaborate closely with developers, automate operations, and drive best practices while contributing to platform evolution. The role offers growth, ongoing learning, and the chance to study Finnish or Swedish.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in DevOps or a similar role.
• Hands-on experience with containers and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (GitLab, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CDK, CloudFormation).
• Automation scripting and Linux administration.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and improve containerized applications using Docker and related tools.
• Support and improve container orchestration environments (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab.
• Ensure reliable, repeatable deployment processes.
• Implement and manage infrastructure using IaC tools.

Skills

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Linux administration

Cloud platforms

Scripting

English proficiency

Tools

GitLab

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Terraform

CDK

CloudFormation

Ansible

Chef

Puppet

Job description

Are you passionate about cloud infrastructure, container technologies, and building efficient CI/CD pipelines? EWQ Zone is looking for a hands‑on DevOps Engineer to join their team in Helsinki and help shape the future of retail technology across the Nordics.

About The Role

EWQ Zone develops cutting‑edge software and management tools for Queue Management Systems, Digital Marketing, and Electronic Price Communication. Their solutions power modern retail environments and are supported by a robust private cloud infrastructure and microservices‑based architecture.

As a DevOps Engineer, you will focus on building, maintaining, and improving containerized environments and delivery pipelines. You will collaborate closely with development team and contribute to the continuous evolution of the company’s infrastructure through automation and best practices. This is a hands‑on engineering role where you will actively contribute to implementation and operations, playing a key role in developing and improving the platform.

Why join EWQ Zone?

• Work on systems deployed in real‑world retail environments
• Focus on practical engineering, not just design
• Join a collaborative team with clear technical ownership
• Opportunity to work with modern DevOps tools and technologies
• Competitive salary (€4,000–€5,500/month)
• Comprehensive employee benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
• Possibility to study Finnish or Swedish

Work tasks

• Building, maintaining, and optimizing containerized applications using Docker and related tools
• Supporting and improving container orchestration environments (e.g., Kubernetes)
• Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
• Ensuring reliable, repeatable, and efficient deployment processes
• Implementing and managing infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
• Automating operational tasks and improving system consistency
• Maintaining and troubleshooting Linux and Windows‑based production systems
• Supporting high availability and performance across services
• Monitoring systems and investigating issues using tools such as Prometheus and ELK Stack
• Applying security best practices in CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure configurations
• Collaborating closely with developers in an agile environment
• Supporting distributed systems and IoT‑related environments

We are looking for

• 3–5+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, SRE, or a similar role
• Strong hands‑on experience with containers and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, or similar)
• Experience with CI/CD tools (GitLab, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar)
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CDK, CloudFormation)
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
• Solid Linux administration and scripting skills
• Experience with at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., ELK Stack, Zabbix)
• Good understanding of networking and system operations
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken

It is a plus if you have

• Experience with infrastructure security and DevSecOps practices
• Familiarity with web servers (nginx, Apache), proxies, and load balancers (HAProxy, Cloudflare, F5 BIG-IP)
• Experience working with microservices‑based systems
• Programming background (e.g., Node.js, PHP, JavaScript)
• Working proficiency in Finnish and/or Swedish

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work.

The selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.

Company Overview

EWQ is a Finnish growth company founded in 1996 and a leading expert in queue management and digital in-store communication in the Nordics. We provide intelligent solutions for retail, combining digital pricing, customer flow management, and feedback collection into one seamless ecosystem, EWQ ZONE.

Our solutions help retailers improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and streamline daily operations. With over 3,400 customers and offices across Finland, Sweden, and Denmark, we bring 30 years of industry expertise to the market.

Sustainability, data security, and continuous development are at the core of everything we do. The EcoVadis Gold recognition reflects the high level of our sustainability leadership and demonstrates our strong commitment to promoting transparency and responsible practices throughout the entire value chain.