About PapersPapers is a software engineering company founded on high-tech talent. We support the full lifecycle of innovative web3 products — from concept to software market fit — building secure, scalable futures for our clients and the internet at large. With over a decade of experience and a reputation built on delivering for Fortune 500s and blockchain ecosystems, our teams combine deep technical know-how with a mission to enable meaningful, decentralized innovation. As a remote-first, engineering-driven team, we work with autonomy and purpose. Our culture is built on meritocracy, long-term thinking, and a commitment to quality over buzz.
We aim to collaborate with people who love tech for its own sake and want to help shape the future by solving real-world challenges. TasksThe RoleWe’re looking for a DevOps Engineer to join our team and take responsibility for the stability, automation, and continuous improvement of our infrastructure. You’ll be managing Linux systems, CI/CD pipelines, container environments, and cloud deployments — while also helping evolve how we build, test, and deploy across projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently in a technically-minded team, and who values clarity, pragmatism, and continuous learning.
Your ResponsibilitiesManage and improve our Linux-based infrastructure (Ubuntu). Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI) to enable efficient software delivery. Set up and optimize Docker containers and (optionally) Kubernetes clusters. Automate infrastructure management with Ansible, Terraform, or similar tools. Implement and monitor cloud infrastructure (GCP preferred). Configure and maintain Nginx and basic web service stacks. Define and enforce backup strategies and disaster recovery processes. Use monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and alerting systems to ensure availability. Participate in on-call rotations to support critical services. Collaborate with backend engineers to streamline integration and delivery.
Continuously identify and automate repetitive tasks to reduce manual intervention. RequirementsTech Stack OverviewYou’ll be working with: Linux (Ubuntu), GitLab CI, Docker, Docker-ComposeGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)Kubernetes (nice to have)Nginx, Prometheus, GrafanaScripting tools: Bash, PythonAnsible, TerraformYour Profile3+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps, SRE, or infrastructure roles. Proficient with Linux/Ubuntu system administration. Comfortable with Docker and CI/CD workflows Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e. g. , Ansible, Terraform). Familiar with cloud services like GCP, AWS, or Azure. Confident working with Nginx, shell scripting, and basic networking. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Self-driven, self-organized, pragmatic, and comfortable working independently. BenefitsBonus if you have: Kubernetes or Helm experienceSecurity hardening practicesContributions to open-source projectsBackground in blockchain/web3 infrastructureExperience scaling infrastructure in startup or high-growth environments. Why join Papers?🧠 Work with cutting-edge web3 clients and technology. 🌍 100% remote and async-friendly — work from anywhere. 🏖️ 25 days paid vacation per year. 🤝 High ownership, low bureaucracy — your voice matters. 🛠️ Influence the DevOps strategy from day one. 🎉 Regular team events and retreats when possible. 📚 Learning and development supported.
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