DevOps Engineer - AWS/GCP (English Required)

Key Technical Requirements and Skills: - Strong experience with AWS and GCP cloud environments, including deployment, configuration, and management - Expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and Terraform for container orchestration, image management, and infrastructure as code - Proficiency in Python for build scripts and understanding database operations in MySQL Team/Project Information: - This role is for a DevOps Engineer position at DaCodes, a software and digital transformation firm with a team of 220+ talented professionals - The engineer will lead DevOps initiatives for a large legacy system, driving platform modernization, security standardization, and monitoring improvements - The engineer will collaborate closely with the engineering and operations teams to ensure a smooth transition and resolution of technical issues Unique or Notable About the Role: - The position requires the ability to work with minimal supervision, lead initiatives, mentor team members, and provide technical guidance - The engineer should have a strong analytical mindset,

Work at DaCodes!

We are a firm of experts in high-impact software and digital transformation.

For 10 years, we have created solutions focused on technology and innovation thanks to our team of 220+ talented #DaCoders, including developers, architects, UX/UI designers, PMs, QA testers, and more. Our team collaborates on projects with clients across LATAM and the United States, achieving outstanding results.

At DaCodes, you will have the opportunity to accelerate your professional growth, work on diverse projects across different industries, and contribute to the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud infrastructures.

Our DaCoders play a key role in the success of our business and our clients. You will be the expert participating in our projects and working with disruptive startups and global brands.

Interested?

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead DevOps initiatives for a large legacy system currently in production, with limited documentation. Strong discovery, assessment, and documentation skills are essential.
• Drive the three main pillars of the modernization program:
1. Platform modernization to serverless architectures
2. Security standardization and vulnerability management
3. Monitoring standardization across environments
• Collaborate closely with Moody’s engineering and operations teams to ensure cross-team alignment and a smooth transition.
• Troubleshoot and independently resolve technical issues that arise during modernization and migration efforts.
• Architect, design, and optimize deployment pipelines and automation systems.
• Support the definition of standards, processes, and best practices for DevOps and cloud modernization.

Desired Profile

• 4–8 years of professional experience in DevOps, SRE, Cloud Engineering, or related fields.
• Located in AMER time zones or with strong availability overlap.
• English: Advanced/Fluent (required).
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, lead initiatives, mentor team members, and provide technical guidance.
• Strong analytical mindset, ownership mentality, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Technical Skills

• AWS & GCP: Strong experience deploying, configuring, and managing cloud environments.
• Kubernetes: Container orchestration and production cluster experience.
• Docker: Image creation, optimization, and CI/CD integration.
• Terraform: Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for cloud resource provisioning and management.
• Python: Ability to read, understand, and work with build scripts.
• MySQL: Solid understanding of database operations from an infrastructure perspective.
• Experience with monitoring tools, logging pipelines, and vulnerability management workflows.

Soft Skills

• Excellent leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive in identifying risks, impact areas, and opportunities for quality improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

🚀 Integration with global brands and disruptive startups.

🏡 Remote work / Home office.

📍 If hybrid or on-site work is required, you will be notified from the first session.

⏳ Schedule aligned to the assigned work cell/project.

📅 Monday to Friday.

🎉 Day off on your birthday.

🏥 Major medical insurance (applies to Mexico).

🛡️ Life insurance (applies to Mexico).

🌎 Multicultural teams.

🎓 Access to courses and certifications.

📢 Meetups with special guests from the IT industry.

📡 Virtual integration events and interest groups.

📢 English classes.

🏆 Opportunities across our different business units.

🏅 Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work.

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