DevOps Engineer

Smarter Cloud Systems for a More Connected Workforce Modern workforce solutions demand technology that never compromises on performance. Excel in DevOps , optimizing cloud infrastructure, automating deployments, and safeguarding critical HR platforms for US businesses. Through Emapta, strengthen global workforce operations, collaborate with international teams, and establish a rewarding, long-term career with opportunities designed for top 1% talent. Your Career at a Glance Employment Type: Full-time Shift: Night Shift, Weekends Off Work Setup: Work From Home Exciting Perks Await! Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent Competitive Salary Package Night differential pay to maximize your earnings Permanent WFH arrangement Fixed weekends off Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.) Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/) Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer! Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more!) Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization Standard government and Emapta benefits Total of 20 annual leaves to be used on your own discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash) Fun engagement activities for employees Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams Career growth opportunities Diverse and supportive work environment The Qualifications We Seek Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent qualification. Skills & Experience 3 to 5 years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, or a related technical role, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Strong understanding of Ruby on Rails application architecture and deployment best practices. Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and platform-as-a-service (PaaS) providers, particularly AWS, Heroku, and Railway. Proficiency in GitHub Actions or similar continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) tools. Experience with automated testing frameworks, particularly Playwright or comparable tools. Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL database management and performance optimization. Experience with application logging and monitoring platforms, including Datadog, New Relic, CloudWatch, or Papertrail . Familiarity with extract, transform, and load (ETL) processes and data pipeline development . Understanding of microservices architecture and inter-service communication. Ability to read and interpret Ruby code to diagnose application-level issues. Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and production incident resolution skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration. Your Daily Tasks Essential Duties Manage deployment pipelines to ensure smooth, reliable application releases across multiple environments. Maintain and update application packages and dependencies to ensure security, stability, and optimal performance. Oversee server infrastructure across Heroku, Railway, AWS, and Render. Implement and maintain GitHub Actions workflows to automate continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) processes. Develop and maintain Playwright automated test frameworks within deployment pipelines. Monitor application performance and optimize database queries, API integrations, and microservices communication. Design and implement extract, transform, and load (ETL) processes to support business operations and data analytics. Implement and maintain comprehensive server logs and application performance monitoring solutions. Diagnose and resolve production issues to maintain application availability and reliability. Collaborate with development teams to align application architecture with deployment requirements. Perform database maintenance, including backups, migrations, and performance optimization. Conduct regular security updates and manage patches for application packages and dependencies. Implement performance improvements based on application metrics and system performance data. Conduct application health checks and maintain effective uptime monitoring systems. Other Duties Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. Performance Factors Communication: Promote open communication, establish consensus with colleagues and clients, exercise discretion with sensitive information, listen actively, and present clear, effective solutions. Trust and Respect: Demonstrate empathy, integrity, and professionalism; respect diverse perspectives; and foster supportive relationships with colleagues and clients. Problem Solving: Identify technical and operational challenges, evaluate potential solutions, anticipate risks, resolve issues efficiently, and seek assistance when necessary. Accountability: Assume responsibility for decisions and outcomes, fulfill commitments, implement agreed-upon actions, maintain confidentiality, and apply lessons learned from mistakes. Client Focus: Assess internal and external client needs, establish strong professional relationships, and consistently meet or exceed service expectations. About the Client Our client is a US-based, certified Professional Employer Organization (PEO) providing comprehensive human resources solutions across all 50 states. They specialize in payroll administration, employee benefits, regulatory compliance, recruitment, and workforce management. Through advanced human capital management technology and personalized HR expertise, they help small and mid-sized businesses streamline operations, simplify complex processes, and enhance employee experiences. Their integrated solutions combine scalable HR software with dedicated professional support, enabling businesses to reduce administrative burdens, improve efficiency, and achieve sustainable growth. Join the Top 1% Talent. A better career. A better life. Welcome to Emapta Philippines: home to professionals who choose growth, balance, and impact. Recognized as one of HR Asia's Best Companies to Work For in Asia 2026 for the fifth year in a row and winner of Inspiring Workplaces Australasia 2026 , Emapta offers more than opportunities -- it provides a career environment where people thrive. Collaborate with global teams, build meaningful expertise, and grow in a culture that prioritizes both performance and well-being. Apply now and experience the difference!