Everstake

About Us

Everstake is a blockchain company with Ukrainian roots, ranked among the top 10 validators globally. We collaborate with over 80 Proof-of-Stake (PoS) blockchain networks. As we grow and continuously improve, we are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess significant experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, and HashiCorp Vault (or AWS KMS). This role involves tackling complex engineering challenges using cutting-edge technologies.

Requirements

Technical Background: 

• Degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of hands-on experience.

Core Skills:

• Proficient knowledge and strong practical experience with Terraform, GCP, AWS, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Proven expertise in GCP KMS (HashiCorp Vault or AWS KMS).
• Understanding and practical experience with CI/CD setup (GitLab CI, Jenkins).
• English proficiency B2 level or higher.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Certifications (AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform).
• Proactive approach to learning new tools and solving problems.
• Experience with blockchain infrastructure or validators.
• Knowledge of additional IaC tools (Pulumi, CloudFormation) would be a big plus.
• Experience with Rundeck is a plus.
• Hands-on experience implementing Zero Trust architecture.
• Understanding of AIOps practices.
• Basic understanding of Monitoring and DevSecOps.

Responsibilities:

• Research and evaluate emerging technological solutions in the blockchain industry.
• Integrate GCP KMS (HashiCorp Vault or AWS KMS) for secrets and key management.
• Implement new solutions or optimize existing infrastructure using modern technologies such as GCP/AWS and Kubernetes.
• Ensure compliance with access policies for critical platform components.
• Develop and maintain monitoring solutions to ensure high reliability and performance.
• Automate system configurations using configuration management tools.
• Design and implement scalable, resilient, and secure solutions for the Validator Infrastructure.
• Enhance infrastructure management using automation and Infrastructure as Code practices.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure that Validator operating is well and secured.
• Actively Participate in implementing new approaches and technologies across the company.

Soft Skills:

• Ability to propose, articulate, and defend technical solutions, making data-driven decisions.
• Team player with excellent collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Empathy and Curiosity
• Time Management and Critical thinking
• Conflict Resolution and Negotiation

What We Offer:

• A fully remote work environment with a dynamic and supportive team.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge blockchain technology.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary based on experience and expertise.

We’re looking for a Senior / Lead Ops Engineer who will be responsible for ensuring that the production systems run smoothly, troubleshoots and resolves issues, and develops solutions like AMS, ITAM, ITSM to automate and improve operational processes.

Stack You’ll Work With

• Terraform, Ansible, Packer, GitLab CI/CD, Github, Wazuh
• Google Cloud Platform (IAM, Buckets, VPC, Billing), Google Workspace Admin
• Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, ELK Stack
• Teleport, Vault, WireGuard/OpenVPN, Cloudflare WAF
• NetBox, Ralph, Snipe-IT (for IT Asset Management)
• Alerting integrations: Slack, Telegram, Matrix, Opsgenie
   

Requirements

• At least five years in IT infrastructure, operations, or automation roles
• Hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, Linux, and GCP
• Strong knowledge of Google Workspace Admin and cloud IAM
• Proven experience implementing ITSM/ITAM tools (e.g. ServiceNow, Freshservice, GLPI, Snipe-IT)
• Scripting ability in Bash, Python, or Golang (a plus)
• Experience with observability tools: Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK
• Strong skills in documentation, leadership, and team management
• Excellent communication skills, adaptable to different audiences
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain focus on the big picture
• Upper-Intermediate English (B2+) or higher

Responsibilities

• Managing bare-metal and cloud infrastructure.
• Design, implement, and maintain ITSM/ITAM systems and workflows.
• Automate provisioning and configuration using Terraform and Ansible.
• Administer and optimize Google Cloud Platform and Google Workspace.
• Oversee access control, monitoring, backups, and infrastructure cost optimization.
• Collaborate closely with DevOps, Security, and Blockchain engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, technical documentation, and operational runbooks.
• Investigate and resolve or recommend solutions for production issues.
• Perform root cause analysis for production issues/errors and recommend improvements.
• Develop software to automate operational procedures and data collection.
• Implement triggers for alert generation based on product value delivery.
• Facilitate operational needs of other departments by delivering tools, implementing processes, or providing data access.
• Review and enhance operating processes for efficiency and quality.
• Monitor integrations and reconcile partners with internal reports.

Why Join Everstake?

• Join a global team passionate about blockchain technology and innovation.
• Work on industry-leading blockchain projects with cutting-edge infrastructure.
• Access opportunities for continuous learning and career development.
• Benefit from flexible working conditions and a supportive team environment.
• Make a meaningful impact on the blockchain ecosystem by solving complex, rewarding challenges.

About Us

Everstake is a blockchain company with Ukrainian roots, ranked among the top 10 validators globally. We collaborate with over 80 Proof-of-Stake (PoS) blockchain networks. As we grow and continuously improve, we are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our team. This role involves tackling complex engineering challenges using cutting-edge technologies.

Requirements

Technical Background:

• A degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of hands-on experience.

Core Skills:

• Experience working with *nix-like operating systems.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with Terraform, AWS, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Experience setting up CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins).
• Hands-on experience with GitLab CI (GitHub Actions is a plus).
• Strong proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, and Helm.
• Ability to write automation scripts using Bash, Python, Go, Rust, or JavaScript.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, and Zabbix.
• Understanding of DevOps, GitOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of network security and access control.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and bare-metal servers.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Certifications in AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform.
• A proactive approach to learning new tools and solving problems.
• Familiarity with additional IaC tools (Pulumi, CloudFormation).
• Experience implementing Zero Trust architecture.
• Experience working with databases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Setting up CI/CD pipelines in GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins.
• Automating testing, build, and deployment processes.
• Optimizing pipelines to increase speed and reliability.
• Automating infrastructure deployment using Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes.
• Containerizing services using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Writing automation scripts in Bash, Python, or Groovy.
• Implementing monitoring solutions using Prometheus, Grafana, and Zabbix.
• Identifying and troubleshooting issues in deployment processes.
• Analyzing logs, debugging errors, and improving system stability.
• Integrating automated vulnerability scanners and access controls into CI/CD pipelines.
• Managing secrets securely with HashiCorp Vault, AWS KMS.
• Following DevSecOps best practices.
• Working closely with developers, DevOps, and security engineers to improve DevOps processes.
• Reviewing automation processes and sharing best practices with the team.
• Engaging in Slack discussions and participating in technical meetings.

What We Offer:

• A fully remote work environment with a dynamic and supportive team.
• Opportunities to work on innovative CI/CD and DevOps solutions in the blockchain infrastructure field.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge blockchain technology.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary based on experience and expertise.