Senior DevOps Manager (AWS, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as code (IaC), CI/CD, any scripting language, Datadog)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to strengthen and scale our multi-cloud data processing infrastructure. AWS experience is a strict requirement, as it is a key component of our stack. We also maintain significant infrastructure in GCP.

You will play a key role in managing high-load Kubernetes environments, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, improving observability, and implementing security best practices across our cloud ecosystem. Expertise in Terraform and Helm is essential, as these are core technologies in our infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be autonomous in working with these tools and capable of providing architectural guidance, especially in the context of merging two infrastructures.

You’ll be joining a global, multicultural, and remote team, where collaboration across time zones is fluid and communication is key to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (AWS required; GCP optional)
• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins
• Improve observability through monitoring, logging, and alerting systems (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, EFK, Datadog)
• Implement and enforce cloud security best practices across infrastructure and applications
• Collaborate with development teams to support and maintain data pipelines (primarily Airflow)
• Drive automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Troubleshoot operational issues, cooperate with cross-functional teams, and resolve infrastructure problems 
• Provide architectural guidance in the context of merging infrastructures
• Participate in incident response and post-mortem analysis to improve system reliability
• Senior candidates are expected to take ownership, lead initiatives, and mentor team members

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on experience with AWS (required)
•  Experience with GCP is a plus
•  3+ years of experience with Kubernetes and CNCF tools (e.g., ArgoCD, Karpenter)
• 3+ years working with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
• 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and Helm)
• 3+ years working with observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, DataDog, EFK, 
• OpenTelemetry)
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and practical implementation experience
• Proficiency in Linux system administration
• Excellent scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python, or Go)
• Strong troubleshooting and operational skills with a collaborative mindset
• Experience working in global, remote teams with multicultural collaboration.

Additional Information

• Enjoy a flexible and rewarding work environment with peer-to-peer recognition platforms.
• Recharge and revitalize with help of wellness plans made for you and your family.
• Plan your future with financial wellness tools.
• Stay relevant and upskill yourself with career development opportunities. 

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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