We are searching for an enthusiastic and committed DevOps Engineer with Database Focus to join our dynamic team at HF Markets.

As a DevOps Engineer emphasizing databases, you'll be an integral part of our IT department, reporting directly to the head of DevOps. This role is tailored for those passionate about planning, managing, and scaling datastores, ensuring our business's intricate data requirements are seamlessly met.

A Note to Applicants:
While specific qualifications are a valuable asset, we place immense value on passion and a genuine willingness to learn. If you're brimming with enthusiasm about databases, eager to carve a niche for yourself, and confident in your potential, we wholeheartedly encourage you to apply.

Your role at HF Markets:

• Spearhead the implementation of real-time monitoring solutions, ensuring proactive identification and resolution of potential system challenges.
• Provide and manage database infrastructure using cutting-edge Infrastructure as Code tools.
• Seamlessly integrate database modifications into the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring meticulous testing and deployment of database schema alterations.
• Lead regular performance evaluations, ensuring our databases operate optimally under diverse loads.
• Forge strong collaborations with application developers, security teams, and other stakeholders, ensuring our database operations are in perfect harmony with organizational objectives.
• Stay ahead of the curve by engaging in continuous learning opportunities, workshops, and training sessions pertinent to database and DevOps roles.
• Master cloud-based database solutions, playing a pivotal role in their implementation and management.

Database Administration:

• Champion rigorous security measures, conducting regular audits to ensure our databases are impervious to threats. Uphold the highest standards of data integrity through continuous monitoring and validation.
• Design and test robust backup and recovery processes, guaranteeing swift data restoration in the face of failures.
• Oversee the meticulous management and scaling of datastores, ensuring unparalleled performance and reliability.
• Play a key role in crafting disaster recovery blueprints and contributing to high availability database configurations, such as replication and clustering.

What You Bring:

• BSc/BA in Computer Science or any relevant field.
• Graduate applications are welcome.
• Prior experience in a similar role would be considered an advantage.
• A foundational to intermediate grasp of database administration, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Prior experience with database automation tools, with tools like Saltstack would be considered an advantage.
• A proactive mindset, always on the lookout for potential database challenges and solutions.
• Familiarity with Docker and container-based build infrastructures would be considered an advantage.
• A good understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience monitoring tools like Prometheus, Thanos, and Grafana would be considered an advantage.
• Stellar communication skills, especially when discussing intricate technical concepts.
• A commitment to documenting and mastering best practices for data storage systems.
• Exposure in agile software development methodologies would be considered an advantage.

By joining us, you can expect:

Attractive remuneration package

22 days of Annual Leave (reaching up to 30 days per year based on years’ service)

Hybrid Work Mode

Friday afternoons off in Summer (July & August)

Birthdays are always a day off!

Referral Bonus – refer a candidate we would all enjoy to work with!!

Participation in the Company’s Medical Scheme from day one!

Participation in the Company’s Group Discount Scheme

Free Gym Membership (Larnaca)

Unlimited snacks, fruits and beverages

Complimentary periodic lunches at the office

Fun team-building activities & Corporate events

Lifelong Learning Allowance plus paid Educational Leave

Who is HF Markets?

Established Broker since 2010 | 60+ Industry Awards | over 3,500,000 Live Accounts | 300+ Employees Globally | 40+ Different Nationalities |

At HF Markets, our workforce is our biggest asset. For this reason, we reward our employees’ individual talent and skills, and encourage them to reach their full potential in an engaging workplace that fosters excellence.

Kick off an exceptional career with HF Markets and follow the path to success!

Sounds like you? Come and write the next chapter with us through our Careers website: www.hfeu.com/careers

All applications will be treated as confidential.

HF Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer.