Lead DevOps Engineer

Who are we?

Payter is at the forefront of contactless NFC and cashless technology. Since 2007, we've been making an impact: we launched Europe's largest pilot for contactless and mobile payments and mobile marketing, earning immediate recognition and acclaim. Today, companies worldwide use the solutions. We blend innovative technologies to develop safe, sustainable, and future-proof products. Additionally, you'll have the chance to contribute to smart solutions that make a real difference in a rapidly changing world.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking an exceptional DevOps leader to spearhead the expansion of our technical operations. As we scale our business, we're looking to transform our current DevOps function into a robust operation. The successful candidate will join our existing DevOps Engineer in establishing scalable processes, implementing additional tooling, and automation.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of our DevOps practices. We're seeking a seasoned Lead or Senior DevOps Engineer who can bring their expertise in building high-performing teams and implementing industry best practices. You'll champion DevOps culture, and build a foundation for excellence in our DevOps operations.

What makes this job unique?

• Develop and implement industry-leading DevOps practices that set new standards for excellence and operational efficiency.

• Establish DevOps frameworks that serve as the foundation for scalable, reliable operations.

• Evaluate and integrate tools and technologies to streamline deployment pipelines and enhance delivery speed.

• Conduct comprehensive infrastructure assessments to strengthen security posture, improve scalability, and ensure robust reliability.

• Design and optimise advanced monitoring and alerting systems to maintain peak service performance and proactive issue resolution.

• Be part of a team that prioritizes collaboration and knowledge sharing.

• Enhance your expertise in microservices, event-based systems and containerization.

What do we offer?

• A competitive salary tailored to your experience and expertise.

• Extensive personal development opportunities, including training and conference budgets.

• Flexible working hours and the option to work in a hybrid setup.

• Excellent secondary benefits, such as a solid pension plan and extra vacation days.

Knowledge of:

• Tech stack: Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Google Cloud Logging, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), GIT Workflows, Bitbucket and Bitbucket Pipelines or other CI/CD platforms, Snyk, SonarCloud, Microservices, Kafka, Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

• Experience: GCP, CICD, IaC, containerization, site reliability, security, compliance, automation, disaster recovery, firewalls, networking, load balancer, databases, monitoring, caching, alerting, Configuration and Secret Management.

• Good to have: Either coding or scripting experience.

• Tools: Kubernetes, Docker and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, HiveMQ) or similar Queuing Technology, Prometheus, Grafana, BetterStack, OpsGenie, and Status Page.

• Soft skills: Leadership, mentoring, stakeholders management, problem-solving, strategic thinking, cultural leadership, and self-starter.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation in payment technology. We're building a DevOps team that reflects the community we serve, where different backgrounds, experiences, and ways of thinking come together to create exceptional solutions. Furthermore, we actively foster an environment where every team member can bring their authentic self to work and contribute to our goals.

As a Lead DevOps Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in shaping not just our technical infrastructure, but also our inclusive team culture. We value candidates who can mentor diverse talent, create accessible documentation, and build systems that consider the needs of our customers.

Our selection process focuses on potential and passion for DevOps excellence, recognizing that innovation in payment technology comes from diverse perspectives and experiences.

What do you bring to the table?

• 3 or more years as a Senior DevOps Engineer or Lead DevOps Engineer.

• A background in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering (or demonstrable practical experience). We will consider someone that doesn't have a degree, and has a proven track record of DevOps experience over a number of years.

• Experience working for a Financial Technology company, in particular either a Payment Gateway, Issuer, Card Scheme, Issuer Processor, or Bank/Acquirer that has strict security and compliance regulations. i.e. PCI-DSS.

• Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.

• Taking ownership, analytical thinking and a problem-solving mindset.