Optimis Tech
DevOps Engineer
Optimis TechItaly2 days ago
ContractRemote FriendlyInformation Technology

πŸ”₯πŸ”₯ DEVOPS ENGINEER (KUBERNETES SPECIALIST) – FREELANCE CONTRACT πŸ”₯πŸ”₯


Location: Genoa, Italy (3 days on-site, 2 remote)

Duration: 6–12 months (extension possible)

Rate: Negotiable daily rate

Language: Italian (fluent)


About the Role:

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer with Kubernetes expertise to support the design, deployment, and optimisation of containerised applications within a leading international technology company. This hands-on freelance role combines on-site collaboration in Genoa with the flexibility of remote work.

You will work closely with development and operations teams to ensure robust, scalable, and high-performing Kubernetes environments while contributing to the continuous improvement of deployment processes.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess applications and services for deployment, analysing architecture, dependencies, and resource requirements (CPU, memory, storage).
  • Design and implement Kubernetes cluster architectures, including nodes, networking, storage, and security configurations.
  • Containerise applications (using Docker or equivalent technologies) and prepare them for Kubernetes deployment.
  • Deploy and configure applications in Kubernetes clusters, supporting testing and validation.
  • Optimise performance, adjust resource allocations, and implement Kubernetes best practices.
  • Monitor environments and troubleshoot post-release issues to maintain service reliability.


Required Skills:

  • Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or Kubernetes System Administrator.
  • Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker containerisation.
  • Hands-on experience with cluster deployment, configuration, and management (on-premise or cloud: EKS, AKS, GKE).
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automation, and Linux systems administration.
  • Excellent communication skills in Italian.
  • Availability for 3 days per week on-site in Genoa.


Please contact [email protected] to learn more about this amazing opportunity!

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