SRE / DevOps Engineer

P2P; Germany (OH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cryptocurrency platform is hiring a DevOps Engineer to build and support tools in a fully remote setting. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a DevOps role and knowledge of Docker and Terraform. The role involves collaborating with product teams and improving processes. This is a great opportunity for passionate individuals wanting to make an impact in the crypto space.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a DevOps role.
• Experience with Docker and Terraform.
• Ability to debug problems involving networking.

Responsibilities

• Build and support infrastructure and tools, both on-prem and in the cloud.
• Drive standardization through RFCs and internal guides.
• Support engineers on SRE-related topics.

Skills

3+ years in a DevOps role

3+ years experience with a systems programming language (e.g. Rust)

Proficient in Git source version-control

Thorough knowledge of Docker

Experience with Terraform

Passion for improving process and products

Experience configuring Continuous Integration (CI)

Ability to thrive while working independently and remotely

Experience with monitoring / alerting (e.g. Prometheus / Grafana)

Well-versed in scripting languages (e.g. Bash and/or Python)

Interest in security considerations

Job description

Location

Europe, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Ireland, Germany, Canada, Brazil

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Remote

Department

Engineering

SRE / Devops

Building the Future of Crypto

Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.

What makes us different?

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.

Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.

As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.

Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!

Proof of work

The team

Kraken’s Developer-Experience (DX) team exists to make writing, shipping, and running software effortless and efficient. We work closely with product-engineering to identify friction in the development lifecycle, and eliminate it through purpose-built tooling, streamlined processes, clear documentation, and data-driven insights.

The opportunity

• Build and support infrastructure and tools, on-prem and in the cloud
• Drive standardisation: Author RFCs and internal guides covering process improvements, reliability patterns, and best practices
• Support, and guide engineers on SRE related topics
• Partner with product-development teams to identify, and eliminate friction

Skills you should HODL

• 3+ years in a DevOps role (DevOps, SRE, etc)
• 3+ years experience with a systems programming language (e.g. Rust)
• Proficient in Git source version-control
• Thorough knowledge of Docker, experience with Terraform
• Passion for improving process and products
• Experience configuring Continuous Integration (CI)
• Ability to thrive while working independently and remotely in a team-based environment
• Experience with monitoring / alerting (primarily with Prometheus / Grafana) and knowledge of best practices in the area
• Self-starter, ability to context-switch between various projects, codebases and concepts
• Ability to independently debug problems involving the network and operating system
• Well-versed in scripting languages (e.g. Bash and/or Python), building and administration of Linux
• Interest in security and a thoughtful and thorough consideration of the security implications of development decisions

This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.

Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!

As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

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