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DevOps Engineer

AlGooru

AlGooru

Software Engineering
Beirut, Lebanon
Posted on Jan 30, 2025
AlGooru is hunting for the next generation of Technology talents!

We're looking for a DevOps Engineer

About The Job

Who Are We

AlGooru is a Saudi-based learning platform that offers 1-on-1 private tutoring services in a variety of academic and recreational subjects. It is the first licensed private tutoring platform in Saudi Arabia, approved by the National e-Learning Center (NELC). AlGooru provides tailored educational support to students, and it's backed by several renowned investors including Constructor Capital, Techstars, Plug & Play, Raz Group, RZM Investment, and prestigious institutions like KAUST, Hub71, and MiSK.

A Fun Fact about AlGooru is that its name derives from "Guru," a Sanskrit word meaning a mentor, guide, expert, or master.

The Role Highlights

Main Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the seamless and reliable deployment of software by optimizing infrastructure and managing cloud resources
  • Drive scalability and performance by developing and maintaining efficient CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments
  • Foster collaboration with development teams to integrate security best practices, improve system reliability, and continuously optimize DevOps processes


A Day In Your Life:

Infrastructure Management:

  • Establish, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless software deployment
  • Develop and manage cloud resources, ensuring scalability, resilience, and efficient utilization using cloud platform (GCP, AWS)
  • Design, implement, and maintain scalable microservices architectures to support application growth and performance
  • Develop and manage containerized applications using Docker to streamline deployment and ensure consistency across environments


Collaboration and Strategy:

  • Collaborate with the development team to streamline software releases
  • Define and implement strategies for backup, disaster recovery, and high availability
  • Ensure the integration of security best practices in all DevOps processes


Monitoring and Maintenance:

  • Monitor infrastructure, applications, and tools for potential issues or bottlenecks
  • Use logging and monitoring tools to identify and address performance metrics
  • Monitor infrastructure usage and implement cost optimization strategies to ensure efficient budgeting and resource allocation
  • Regularly conduct security audits and address vulnerabilities


Research and Continuous Improvement:

  • Stay updated on the latest industry trends, tools, and best practices
  • Implement automation tools and frameworks to optimize system processes
  • Continuously refine and evolve DevOps practices based on feedback and changing
  • requirements


Requirements

You're the DevOps Engineer we're looking for if you have:

  • Have a minimum of 3 years as a DevOps Engineer
  • Solid experience in managing Cloud Infrastructure
  • Profound knowledge of CI/CD practices and tools, such as Bitbucket pipelines
  • Familiarity with container orchestration services, especially Kubernetes
  • Strong understanding of the Agile development life-cycle
  • Proven ability in implementing and managing monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana
  • Knowledge of security best practices and implementing them in infrastructure setups
  • Experience with Git, and familiarity with Atlassian JIRA/Confluence
  • Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines
  • Proficient English communication


Our application process

  • Screening & Intro Call (5-10 mins)
  • Chemistry meeting (15-30 minutes)
  • Technical interview (30-60 minutes)
  • Technical Assessment
  • Team Meeting (30 minutes)
  • Offer extended to successful applicants


Benefits

What We Offer You

At AlGooru, we offer fair and competitive pay, scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. Enjoy:

  • Work from Anywhere
  • No clocking in/out
  • Enjoy unlimited PTOs
  • ESOP Shares
  • Free Hardware & Software
  • Monthly Pizza Fridays & more
  • Learn and expense on us!
  • AlGooru Library
  • 0% Interest Talent Loans
  • Quarterly Reward System
  • Vibrant Startup Culture
  • Fast Promotions (like really fast)
  • Travel for company events and get reimbursed
  • Coaching & Entrepreneurial Bytes


🎲 How To Gain Extra Gooru Points

  • Demonstrate your entrepreneurial, hustling, and energetic spirit
  • Prove your ability to take full ownership of your role without the need to be micromanaged
  • Conduct proper research about AlGooru prior to your interviews with us, we love people who already know about us
  • Be extra organized... like extra..