Mid level

Code. Deploy. Grow Your Global Impact.

Power the next generation of digital infrastructure from right where you are. Join a global outsourcing leader redefining how technology scales across borders. Here, your DevOps expertise drives systems that never sleep-optimizing performance, automating delivery, and accelerating innovation. Build a world-class career in tech without leaving Colombia.

What You'll Do: Drive Performance and Reliability

Be part of our client's team as a
DevOps Engineer
, ensuring smooth, secure, and efficient application deployment. You'll collaborate with top developers, manage infrastructure across multiple platforms, and lead initiatives that keep systems performing flawlessly.

Role Snapshot

Employment Type: Indefinite Term Contract

Shift: 8 AM to 5 PM COL Time (may start at 8:30 AM)

Work Setup: Remote / Work From Home

Perks That Power Your Growth

• 5-day work week with weekends off
• Work from home arrangement
• 20 total vacation days
• Prepaid medicine
• Fully customized Emapta laptop and peripherals
• Direct exposure to international clients
• Career growth opportunities
• Diverse and supportive work environment
• Prime office locations in Bogotá and Medellín
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit
  
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What You Bring to the Table

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Skills & Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience as a Software Engineer or in a similar capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong understanding of
  Rails application architecture
  and deployment best practices
• Experience with
  platform-as-a-service providers
  (Heroku, Railway) and
  AWS infrastructure
• Proficiency in
  GitHub Actions
  or similar
  CI/CD tools
• Experience implementing and maintaining
  automated testing frameworks
  , particularly
  Playwright
  or similar tools
• Strong knowledge of
  database management and optimization
  , especially
  PostgreSQL
• Understanding of
  microservices architecture
  and inter-service communication patterns
• Experience with
  application performance monitoring
  and
  optimization techniques
• Familiarity with
  logging and monitoring solutions
  (e.g., Datadog, New Relic, CloudWatch, Papertrail)
• Understanding of
  ETL processes
  and
  data pipeline development
• Knowledge of
  Kubernetes
  and
  container orchestration
  for managing microservices (preferred)
• Knowledge of
  containerization technologies
  such as
  Docker
  (preferred)
• Ability to
  read and understand Ruby code
  to diagnose application-level issues (preferred)
• Strong
  troubleshooting
  and
  debugging
  skills in production environments

Certifications/Licenses:

• None required

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting: Often
• Standing/Walking: Occasionally
• Climbing or Balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping, Kneeling, or Crawling: Seldom
• Talking/Hearing/Speaking: Constantly
• Seeing/Reading: Constantly
• Reading/Writing/Typing: Often
• Work Environment: Indoor office setting

Your Key Contributions

Essential Duties:

• Manage deployment pipelines and ensure smooth, reliable application releases across multiple environments
• Maintain and update application packages and dependencies to keep the Rails application current and secure
• Oversee server infrastructure across multiple platforms including Heroku, Railway, AWS, and Render
• Implement and maintain GitHub Actions workflows
• Develop and maintain Playwright testing frameworks within deployment pipelines
• Monitor application performance and identify optimization opportunities, including n+1 query issues and API integration inefficiencies
• Implement and maintain comprehensive server logging and monitoring solutions
• Design and execute data ETL processes to support business operations and analytics
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide resolutions to maintain application uptime
• Collaborate with the development team to understand application architecture and deployment requirements
• Work with microservices architecture to ensure proper service communication and orchestration
• Implement performance improvements based on application metrics and monitoring data
• Conduct regular security updates and patch management for application dependencies
• Manage database maintenance tasks including backups, migrations, and performance tuning
• Implement and maintain application health checks and uptime monitoring

Other Duties:

• Perform other duties as assigned

Performance Factors:

• Communication: Encourage open communication and build consensus with team members and clients; use tact and discretion with sensitive information; communicate clearly both orally and in writing; actively listen and propose effective solutions
• Trust and Respect: Demonstrate empathy, understanding, and professionalism in all interactions; build trust and foster a respectful, supportive culture internally and with clients
• Problem Solving: Identify issues and propose strategic solutions; anticipate challenges and resolve them efficiently; seek assistance when needed to ensure timely problem resolution
• Accountability: Take ownership of actions and outcomes; follow through on commitments; maintain confidentiality and integrity; acknowledge and learn from mistakes
• Client Focus: Understand and address client needs; establish strong relationships with internal and external clients; ensure service standards are met or exceeded

About the Client

Our client is a
leading HR solutions provider with over 25 years of industry excellence
. Founded by visionary leaders, they have evolved into one of the top ten largest PEO firms in the U.S., earning multiple accolades including
Inc. Magazine's Best Workplaces
and
Top Workplace in Houston
. Guided by values that put people first, our client builds thriving businesses by delivering world-class HR, payroll, and compliance solutions that empower both companies and employees to achieve success.

Your Future Team at Emapta Latam

Join Emapta Latam and contribute to our legacy of transforming global outsourcing. Since 2010, Emapta has pioneered personalized outsourcing solutions, empowering businesses to thrive with bespoke teams and seamless integration. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art facilities, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth. With over 1,000 clients worldwide and a team of over 10,000 talented professionals, Emapta continues to set new standards in the industry. Apply now to be part of our success story in Colombia, where your skills are valued, and your career ambitions are supported.

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