Who we are is what we do.
Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.
Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 5,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.
Why should you be part of our success story?
As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.
Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.
Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $800 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.
As a Senior DevOps or DevOps Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our DevOps infrastructure. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to automate and streamline our operations and processes, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security of our systems.
Responsibilities
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Designing and Implementing DevOps Infrastructure:
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Design, implement, and maintain scalable and resilient DevOps infrastructure to support our software delivery pipelines and cloud-based applications.
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Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines to automate software build, testing, and deployment processes, leveraging best-in-class tools and technologies.
Automation and Orchestration:
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Implement and enforce security measures to protect sensitive data stored in the databases, including access controls, encryption, and auditing.
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Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2).
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Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans, addressing any identified risks or vulnerabilities.
Cloud Infrastructure Management:
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Architect and implement infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation to automate provisioning and configuration management tasks.
Security and Compliance:
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Lead incident response and resolution efforts, conducting root cause analysis and implementing preventative measures to minimize future incidents and downtime.
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Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in DevOps, cloud computing, and automation, and advocate for their adoption within the organization.
Capacity Planning and Scaling:
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Collaborate with development teams to optimize application performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices for scalability, reliability, and security.
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Implement and manage monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure the health, performance, and security of our systems, utilizing tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or Datadog.
Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
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Collaborate with software development teams to integrate automated testing and deployment processes into the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
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Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior team members.
Requirements
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5+ years of experience in a DevOps or related role, with a proven track record of designing and implementing DevOps solutions.
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Proficiency in cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, including infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
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Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
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Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
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Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or CircleCI.
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Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.
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Solid understanding of networking concepts, security best practices, and system administration in Linux and/or Windows environments.
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Experience with infrastructure automation tools like Packer, Vault, or Consul.
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Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile or DevOps.
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Experience with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
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Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
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C- Certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
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Total Rewards
Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.
Some things you’ll enjoy
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Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
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Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
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The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access
At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visitingour careers page.
Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.
Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.
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