DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes & Databases)

Posted 2 days 1 hour ago by Hexa Consulting

Permanent
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Porto, Portugal
Job Description

Join Hexa Consulting as a Platform/DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes & Databases)!

At Hexa Consulting, we believe transparency fuels great tech careers. Our mission is to make IT more human, diverse, and exciting while supporting the growth of both our clients and our people.

Who are we looking for?

A Platform/DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes & Databases) with strong experience in managing stateful workloads and building reliable, scalable data services in cloud-native environments. If you enjoy working with automation, databases, and Kubernetes ecosystems in collaborative teams, this role is for you.

Work model: Shift-based role (10h shifts, 5 days/week) + on-call rotation (approx. 1 week/month)

What you'll be doing

  • Deploy, manage, and optimize PostgreSQL databases on Kubernetes platforms
  • Design and implement persistent storage, backup & restore, replication, and HA/DR strategies
  • Automate provisioning, scaling, and upgrades using CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
  • Monitor and troubleshoot database and cluster performance
  • Ensure strong security practices (RBAC, encryption, secrets management, network policies)
  • Collaborate with DevOps, Platform Engineering, and Development teams to build database-as-a-service solutions

What you'll bring

  • Degree in IT, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and database technologies (PostgreSQL preferred)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Experience with automation, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code
  • Solid communication skills with B2 level English (mandatory)
  • Ability to collaborate across teams and influence technical decisions
  • Proactive mindset, team spirit, and willingness to share knowledge

What's in it for you?

  • Opportunity to work on international projects
  • Influence current and future technology choices
  • Continuous learning and career growth opportunities
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment


Ready to build the future of cloud-native data platforms with us?