Job Specifications
About vcomerz and M2R2 LTD
vcomerz, a product of M2R2 LTD, is a no-code e-commerce and POS SaaS platform revolutionizing retail by empowering businesses with seamless online-to-store workflows. Founded by a team of innovators, M2R2 LTD is a fast-growing startup based in Derby, UK, committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions for retailers worldwide. We’re looking for a talented DevOps Engineer to join our team and ensure our infrastructure runs smoothly as we scale.
Job Overview
We are seeking a reliable, Midlands based DevOps Engineer to join vcomerz on a full time basis and is flexible for a Hybrid Work Set up. You will manage our infrastructure across three servers (development, beta, and production), with our production server hosted on AWS and additional projects running on GCP and Azure. This role requires minimum 36 hours per week, spread across 7 days a week, and demands a candidate who can commute to our Derby office consistently. We prioritize recent postgraduates with 5 years of experience who are passionate about building scalable, secure systems for a retail SaaS platform.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Management: Oversee and maintain vcomerz’s three servers (dev, beta, prod), ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
Cloud Operations: Manage our production server on AWS (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS), with additional responsibilities for projects on GCP and Azure.
CI/CD Pipelines: Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins) for vcomerz’s deployments, ensuring smooth rollouts across environments.
Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitor system performance (e.g., using CloudWatch, Prometheus) and respond to incidents, minimizing downtime for retailers during peak events like Black Friday.
Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices (e.g., IAM roles, encryption) and ensure compliance with GDPR for vcomerz user data.
Collaboration: Work closely with our Backend and Front End Developers to support deployments, troubleshoot issues, and improve infrastructure.
Automation: Automate repetitive tasks (e.g., using Terraform, Ansible) to enhance efficiency across vcomerz’s environments.
Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of infrastructure, processes, and incident responses for the team.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience: 5 years of DevOps experience, with a strong track record in cloud infrastructure management.
Education: Recent postgraduate degree (e.g., MSc in Computer Science, Cloud Computing, or related field) preferred.
Cloud Expertise: Hands-on experience with AWS (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, ELB), with familiarity in GCP and Azure.
CI/CD Tools: Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
Infrastructure as Code: Experience with tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for provisioning infrastructure.
Monitoring: Knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana) to ensure system health.
Scripting: Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar for automation.
Security: Understanding of security best practices (e.g., IAM, encryption, firewalls) and GDPR compliance.
Commute Reliability: Must be based in or near Derby, UK, with the ability to commute to our office whenever the need arise throughout the week.
Preferred Skills
Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for scaling vcomerz’s services.
Familiarity with retail SaaS platforms and their unique demands (e.g., high availability during sales events).
Knowledge of PostgreSQL (used in vcomerz’s backend) for database-related DevOps tasks.
Proactive problem-solving and a passion for automation.
What We Offer
Impactful Work: Play a key role in scaling vcomerz, a platform that empowers retailers globally.
Flexible Schedule: The work hours are completely flexible as far as the servers are up and running.
Startup Environment: Join a dynamic, innovative team at M2R2 LTD with opportunities to grow.
Competitive Pay: We are offering up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience along with company shares
On-Site Collaboration: Work closely with our Derby-based team to foster quick decision-making and camaraderie.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience with AWS, GCP, and Azure, as well as your ability to commute reliably to Derby, UK. Highlight any postgraduate qualifications and your passion for working in a retail SaaS start-up. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview process, including a technical assessment and interpersonal evaluation.