Middle DevOps Engineer

Posted Sep 21

📌 SOAX is a value-driven UK company dedicated to empower the world and help people advance tomorrow’s technologies with public data at their service.

Our product is a high-margin and fast-growing SaaS business with a usage-based pricing model operated by a stellar team of 70+ fully remote people across 20+ countries. Founded in early 2020, SOAX has won the hearts of 1000+ data-hungry organizations across the globe with its core product — robust infrastructure for public data collection (a.k.a Residential Rotating Back-connect Proxy Network).

As a Junior DevOps at SOAX, you will be responsible for supporting our infrastructure and ensuring its reliability and efficiency. Here are some of the key responsibilities:

Key Tasks

  • Perform routine updates and maintenance of Ansible.
  • Assist in the management of adding and removing services.
  • Address and respond to system alerts promptly.
  • Contribute to the development of an IP address quality checker.
  • Provide support for various services within our infrastructure.
  • Work with a medium-sized proxy setup to ensure its optimal performance.
  • Participate in the development of essential tools to streamline our operations.
  • Utilize Ansible, GitHub, Linux, and SQUID to streamline operations.

What You Need To Succeed

  • Previous experience with the mentioned tools is essential.
  • Proficiency in English.
  • Possess the right attitude to adapt to shifts and collaborate effectively with teammates from different countries.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and ever-evolving technology landscape.
  • Practical or theoretical knowledge of TCP/IP is a plus.
  • Familiarity with BGP is a plus.
  • Familiarity with AWS and JavaScript is a plus.

What we offer

  • Four-day workweek & flexible working hours. We believe in the power of results, not just the number of hours worked.
  • Remote-first location policy which means you have the freedom to live and work wherever you choose. You can travel the world or stay put, it's up to you. And with 4 weeks of paid vacation, 9 company-wide holidays, and 5 additional holidays-on-demand, you'll have plenty of time to explore.
  • At SOAX, we're all about helping you achieve your wildest dreams. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, we provide global opportunities to help you grow and shine. We're a fast-growing startup with big goals, and we want you to help us achieve the next milestone in our journey.
  • We know that continuous learning and development are key to success, which is why we provide learning and development budgets for courses and books. With a competitive salary and benefits in GBP, we're committed to ensuring you have everything you need to thrive.
  • Last but not least, you'll be joining a fantastic team of enthusiasts who value collaboration, energy, and openness. Our onboarding process is fast-paced yet supportive, so you'll feel right at home from day one.