Derq
Deployment & Maintenance Software Engineer
Remote DevOps role with clear candidate location fit.
PostedJul 5, 2026
Eligible countries1 accepted country
Seniority signalSenior
Work settingRemote
Accepted candidate locations
India
Role overview
Deployment & Maintenance Software Engineer
Requirements and responsibilities
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Key Responsibilities
- Configure and maintain Derq’s software for stable, optimal performance
- Troubleshoot and resolve server issues quickly to minimize downtime
- Plan and execute software releases, updates, and security patches
- Ensure configurations are consistent, compliant, and repeatable across deployments
- Deploy and set up software on new hardware and new sites efficiently
- Monitor deployed systems and continuously improve performance and uptime
- Identify process gaps and implement practical improvements to speed up deployments and reduce incidents
- Maintain clear documentation for configurations, deployments, and system status
- Collaborate with engineering teams to support smooth integrations and issue resolution
- Troubleshoot deployment and network issues using standard tools (e.g., SSH, ping, traceroute)
- Participate in occasional shifts to support global clients and maintain reliability
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or similar)
Requirements
- 2-3 years of experience in server configuration, maintenance, and deployments
- Hands-on experience in Linux/Ubuntu environments, including:
- Basic Bash scripting (e.g., creating folders, generating multiple files)
- Basic Python scripting for automation
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including:
- SSH and secure connections (ports, authentication methods)
- Public vs private IP addresses
- TCP vs UDP
- Routing concepts (static vs dynamic)
- NAT, port forwarding, and port mapping
- Strong troubleshooting skills with a practical, step-by-step approach to resolving connectivity issues and server downtime
- Familiarity with common diagnostic tools (e.g., ifconfig/ipconfig, ping, traceroute)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with cross-functional teams
- Willingness and ability to overlap 4–5 hours daily with global teams for collaboration, with on-call support if needed (stable power and reliable internet required for remote work)
- High learning agility and comfort adapting to new tools, systems, and processes
Good to have
- Understanding of hardware components and on-site infrastructure
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Familiarity with virtualization and containerization (e.g., VMware, Docker)
- Exposure to configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
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