Senior DevOps Engineer Log Collection

Unravel S.A; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 206,640 - 261,744; Full time

Job summary

A software development company is looking for a Senior Log & Observability Engineer to manage log and trace collection infrastructure. The role includes designing pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have extensive experience with OpenSearch, Kafka, and Kubernetes among other tools. The position offers an hourly rate of 150 - 190 PLN and focuses on improving compliance and observability practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with OpenSearch/Elasticsearch.
• 3+ years of experience with Kafka/Confluent Cloud.
• 2+ years of experience with Kubernetes and Terraform.
• 1+ year of experience with Vector.dev.

Responsibilities

• Design and operate log and trace collection infrastructure.
• Monitor and optimize log pipelines for performance.
• Implement strategies for data parsing and cleansing.
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams for observability.

Skills

OpenSearch/Elasticsearch

Kafka/Confluent Cloud

Kubernetes

Terraform

Vector.dev

Job description

As a Senior Log & Observability Engineer, you will take ownership of a company‑wide log and trace collection platform. Your work will enable teams to effectively monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, meet compliance requirements, and build secure, reliable software at scale.

You will design, implement, and continuously improve log and trace pipelines covering infrastructure, applications, and audit data—ensuring performance, scalability, and audit readiness.

What You’ll Do

Design, implement, and operate log and trace collection infrastructure using OpenSearch/Elasticsearch, Kafka/Confluent Cloud, Kubernetes, Terraform, Vector.dev, and OpenTelemetry

Configure and fine‑tune log data collection to ensure high‑quality, relevant data

Monitor, optimize, and scale log pipelines to support growing дұрыс systems and data volumes

Implement data parsing, preparation, and cleansing strategies to deliver actionable insights

Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and security teams to support monitoring, troubleshooting, SIEM, and compliance needs

Improve tooling, processes, and technologies related to log collection and observability

Troubleshoot and analyze issues in log ingestion and processing

Support traceability for debugging, audit‑proof archiving, and long‑term retention

Contribute to compliance initiatives, including KRITIS and NIS2

Share knowledge through documentation, training materials, and best practices

What We’re Looking For

Solid professional experience in log collection and observability, including:

• OpenSearch / Elasticsearch: 3+ years


• Kafka / Confluent Cloud: 3+ सक years


• Kubernetes: 2+ years


• Terraform: 2+ years


• Vector.dev: 1+ year

Strong understanding of log collection architectures and observability concepts

Hands‑on experience with log parsing, data pipelines, and data cleansing

Experience with monitoring, analysis, and visualization of log data

Knowledge of scaling and optimizing high‑volume log infrastructures

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Team‑oriented mindset and ability to work with multiple stakeholders

Awareness of security aspects of logging bolup handling sensitive data

Nice to Have

Experience with OpenTelemetry‑based tracing

Familiarity with SIEM platforms

Experience working in regulated or compliance‑driven environments

Salary 150 - 190 PLN hourly