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Location

Poland

Rate

$32  / per hour

Years of experience

9+

About

High-performing DevOps Engineering Manager with a robust software development background and over 15 years of experience in the IT industry. Proficient in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud technologies such as Azure, GCP, and OpenStack. Skilled in containerization using Docker and Kubernetes, along with automation tools like Helm and Flux CD. Experienced in database management with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. Adept at team management and fostering a collaborative environment to ensure stability and reliability of applications. At Vistex, successfully led a team of DevOps Engineers, managed complex technical activities, and spearheaded automation initiatives to enhance efficiency. Previously, as a Lead DevOps Engineer, I established and maintained build and release pipelines, transitioning applications to cloud environments. My technical expertise is complemented by a strong work ethic, advanced critical thinking, and a commitment to quality. I am passionate about energy optimization and beekeeping, reflecting my dedication to both professional and personal growth.

Tech Stack

Cloud, Azure, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, DevOps, Docker, GCP, Git, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Oracle, Python, TFS

Experience

  • Managed a team of DevOps Engineers responsible for deploying and managing the Vistex GTMS solution across various deployment scenarios, both on-premises and in the GCP cloud.
  • Collaborated closely with infrastructure, application, and service architects to ensure the viability of the solution for multiple deployment environments.
  • Established and maintained build and release pipelines using Azure DevOps Release Management, PowerShell, and bash scripts.
  • Administered Azure DevOps organization to maintain security and reliability for all personnel.
  • Managed high availability systems in remote datacenters using Windows Server, IIS, SQL Server, and Oracle DBs.
  • Collaborated with IT and development teams to ensure site reliability, performance, and continuous delivery of releases and updates.

Employment history

DevOps Engineering Manager, Vistex January 2022 - since

Team management | Azure DevOps | CI/CD | DevOps | GitOps | GCP | OpenStack | Azure | Kubernetes | Flux CD | helm | SolarWinds | SAP BTP

-Managed team of Lead DevOps Engineers and DevOps Engineers through varied technical activities and positive reinforcement to encourage team collaboration and individual growth of team members as well as stability and reliability of the managed applications.
-Took part in the recruitment process to build strong DevOps teams in EMEA and APAC regions to safeguard 24h coverage and monitoring of the applications.
-Encouraged team collaboration and knowledge transfer between individuals so that anyone in the team could address the tasks the team was responsible for even if the “owner” of area was unavailable.
-Encouraged automation of repetitive tasks to make them faster and more reliable.
-Collaborated with other team leads to work out the best solutions to the architectural challenges for existing and new applications.
-Acted as a technical advisor to peers from other departments.

Lead DevOps Engineer, Vistex August 2021 - December 2021

Azure DevOps | CI/CD | DevOps | GitOps | GCP | OpenStack | Kubernetes | Flux CD | docker | helm | Pingdom

-Managed team of DevOps Engineers as they worked to deploy and manage the Vistex GTMS solution on-premises or in the GCP cloud.
-Worked closely with infrastructure, application and service architects on making the solution viable for multiple deployment scenarios.
-Established and maintained build and release pipelines and processes using Azure DevOps Release Management, PowerShell and bash.
-Guided a development team switching from Windows/IIS environment to a new Cloud-targeted application. Worked together with the team to define the architecture and provided them with all the tools and procedures needed to run the application in test and then production environments starting from writing dockerfiles and helm charts, setting up application and environment configuration, CI/CD pipelines and finishing with running and monitoring the application in production environment.
-Used Docker and Kubernetes to manage, scale and update containers for improved automation possibilities.
-Acted as technical advisor for peers and personnel from other departments.
-Provided database administration including replication, log shipping, performance tuning, backup and maintenance using database engines such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SAP HANA DB.
-Maintained log aggregation and monitoring tools like Microsoft Azure Application Insights, SolarWinds AppOptics, Pingdom.
-Created and executed automation processes, enhancing application scalability and functionality.
-Developed automation scripts using PowerShell, Python and bash.
-Maintained systems and procedures documentation.
-Built effective pipelines and enhanced production infrastructure through targeted database and cluster management.
-Quickly responded to and resolved debugging issues within production systems, minimizing error and risk.
-Documented and supported standards and procedures per organizational and client requirements.

Senior DevOps Engineer, Vistex August 2018 - July 2021

TFS | Azure DevOps | TFVC | Git | Azure DevOps pipelines | Windows Server | IIS | SQL Server

-Migrated the development and operations environment from on-premises TFS to hosted Azure DevOps Services ensuring continuous business and development activities. Provisioned all the necessary infrastructure to keep the build and release processes operational before and after the migration.
-Administered Azure DevOps organization to keep it secure and reliable for all the personnel that needed it to perform their duties.
-Operated and maintained high availability systems in remote datacenters using Windows Server, IIS, SQL Server, Oracle DBs.
-Created new hosting and release infrastructure for the applications hosted on-premises as well as in Vistex datacenters after companies’ merger.
-Recruited and trained the new hires to build a strong DevOps team in London capable of supporting the applications in rights and royalties vertical including .net and Delphi web and desktop applications running over SQL Server and Oracle DB engines.
-Monitored and proactively scaled infrastructure to meet rapid growth.
-Worked closely with IT and development teams to ensure site reliability and performance as well as to deliver ongoing releases and updates.
-Evaluated functionality and performance of existing software to best target new releases.
-Detailed and evaluated requirements for software applications and operating systems.

DevOps Engineer, Vistex October 2015 - July 2018

TFS | TFS Release Management | TFVC | Windows Server | IIS | SQL Server | MSBuild | C#

-Took over ownership of the build and release processes running as MS Build scripts and rewrote them using TFS Release Management tool to make them more reliable and transparent which allowed to further granularization of the process and deployment of individual components of the massive solution we were maintaining.
-Operated and maintained high availability and drastically increased deployment performance of the application hosted in remote data centers.
-Maintained SQL Server databases ensuring their high performance and high availability including data replication to reporting systems and managing backup and database maintenance solutions.
-Automated database copying from one environment to another including sensitive data obfuscation to facilitate reproducing and fixing bugs related to data as well as ensuring seamless process of releasing new application versions.
-Maintained distinct development, staging, production and demo hosting environments.
-Maintained team accounts and permissions to perform build or release activities.
-Assisted developers with addressing build issues and problems identified in higher environments.
-Built effective pipelines and enhanced production infrastructure through targeted database and application management.

Software Developer II, Vistex September 2014 - September 2015

.net Framework | DotNetNuke | C# | SQL Server | TFS | MS Build | Oracle

-Provided full-stack development and maintenance of web-based .net applications to meet the company’s customers’ goals in channel marketing as well as rights and royalties’ industries.
-Designed and implemented database and application architecture and algorithms to address data confidentiality, high availability and performance during application lifetime.
-Assisted clients with transitioning from custom solutions to more cost- effective multi-tenant product we developed.
-Covered the vacancy of build master role to ensure the continuity of the build and release infrastructure and processes.
-Created a server access management tool allowing for granting development team members manageable, auditable and time-restricted access to servers. Then maintained the tool.
-Created a complex data ingestion algorithm validating and transforming a massive data feed to automatically populate the application’s database with updated data in a timely manner and on a regular basis.
-Assisted more junior software developers in performing their tasks.

Software Engineer 2, hawkeye Poland Sp. z o.o. August 2009 - August 2014

.net Framework | DotNetNuke | C# | SQL Server | TFS | MS Build

-Provided full-stack development and maintenance of web-based .net applications to meet the company’s customers’ goals in channel marketing industry.
-Designed and implemented database and application architecture and algorithms to address data confidentiality, high availability and performance during application lifetime.
-Took part in developing a new multi-tenant application that aggregated the features and possibilities of dozens of previously implemented and maintained customer-dedicated solutions.
-Maintained the customer-facing applications to ensure their availability and reliability as well as adapting them to changing business requirements.

Software Engineer, hawkeye Poland Sp. z o.o. December 2007 - July 2009

.net Framework | C# | SQL Server

-Provided full-stack development and maintenance of web-based .NET applications to meet the company’s customers’ goals in the channel marketing industry.
-Designed and implemented database and application architecture to address data confidentiality, high availability, and performance.
-Took part in developing a new multi-tenant application that aggregated features from previously implemented customer-dedicated solutions.
-Maintained customer-facing applications to ensure availability and reliability, adapting them to changing business requirements.
-Conducted performance tuning and optimization of applications to improve responsiveness and efficiency.

Programmer, Digital One January 2007 - November 2007

net Framework | C# | SQL Server | IIS | SharePoint

-Developed e-commerce applications and promotional landing pages using .NET Framework and C#.
-Created SharePoint-based solutions to enhance collaboration and document management.
-Conducted code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
-Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions.
-Implemented performance optimizations to improve application responsiveness and user experience.

Junior Programmer, Digital One January 2006 - December 2006

.net Framework | C# | SQL Server

-Full-stack .NET development of a travel agency reservation system, including customer-facing websites, retail outlet interfaces, and administrative desktop applications.
-Integrated payment gateways to facilitate secure online transactions.
-Automated repetitive operations to streamline business processes and reduce manual effort.
-Developed several mini-sites for various clients, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
-Assisted senior developers in debugging and resolving complex technical issues

.net Programmer, done September 2005 - December 2005

.net Framework | C# | ASP.NET

-Provided development of part of the client’s .net based web application utilizing the cutting-edge technologies.
-Implemented user authentication and authorization features to enhance security.
-Conducted unit testing to ensure the reliability and stability of the software.
-Collaborated with designers and product managers to create user-friendly interfaces.
-Provided technical support and maintenance for existing applications, ensuring their continuous operation and performance.

Education history

Politechnika Łódzka 2001 - 2006 Master of Science: Computer Science
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