DevOps Engineer

Permanent employee, Full-time · Rotterdam HQ, Hybrid

4,000 - 6,250 € per month

Your Role

We at Blockrise are a successful fintech providing MiCAR-compliant financial services for Bitcoin, including custody, buying, selling, and lending. As we scale our infrastructure and product offering, weâ€™re looking for a skilled and proactive DevOps Engineer to help us build and maintain the technical backbone of our platform.

You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and monitoring solutions. You'll work closely with development and operations teams to accelerate software delivery, improve reliability, and ensure scalability. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges, and wants to contribute to a Bitcoin-native financial ecosystem.

What you'll do

Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or CircleCI
Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (GCP, AWS) using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
Implement containerization and orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes (GKE)
Monitor applications and infrastructure using Datadog, Prometheus, and Grafana
Automate deployment, scaling, and recovery processes
Apply DevSecOps best practices: secrets management, IAM, vulnerability scanning
Collaborate with developers to optimize code for production environments
Document architecture, processes, and runbooks
Continuously improve performance, cost-efficiency, and reliability

What you bring

3-5 years of experience in a DevOps or Site Reliability Engineering role
Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix systems
Experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform highly preferred)
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI)
Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
Scripting/programming skills in Python, Bash, or Go
Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
Understanding of networking, security, and monitoring principles

Nice to have:

Certifications: AWS DevOps Engineer, CKA/CKAD, Terraform Associate
Experience with serverless architectures (e.g. AWS Lambda, Azure Functions)
Familiarity with GitOps tools (ArgoCD, Flux)
Experience with observability tools (OpenTelemetry)
Background in software development (microservices, REST APIs)
Experience with databases and data storage

What we offer

Competitive salary based on experience 50-80K
Up to 300EUR to invest in tools that improve your workflow (headphones, keyboards, etc.)
25 vacation days
Participation in our share certificate program
Travel reimbursement or NS Business Card for your commute
Opportunities for hybrid work, though in-person collaboration is highly valued
Paid training and learning resources to keep your skills sharp and up to date
A fully stocked pantry and fridge at the office, with meals, snacks, and drinks included
Discounted access to Urban Sports Club and LeaseBike plans

Contact Us

To apply, please fill in the form below. For questions about the job opening, your application, or Blockrise, please contact recruitment@blockrise.com or call +31 10 848 17 41.

We expect to get back to you within one working day. We consider every application regardless of your background and beliefs. After an introduction, an assignment may be part of the application process.
Please note that by submitting your application, Blockrise (in accordance with our Privacy Policy) obtains permission to request, store, and process your application data for the purpose of considering employment. We will delete your application data within 30 days when your application is no longer under consideration.

Unsolicited recruitment
We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies. We will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to unsolicited CVs.

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About us

Blockrise standards

Our high standards are designed to ensure maximum security and transparency. Each client uses segregated crypto wallets, with a separate wallet for each Blockrise product. Transactions and trades are fully verifiable on the blockchain, creating a safe and clear environment for managing Bitcoin. We ensure that client funds are never used for loans or other investments without explicit permission.

Our vision

Our vision is to lead the industry by setting standards in security, asset management, and compliance, with a strong focus on Bitcoin. We foresee a future where Bitcoin is an integral part of investment portfolios, supported by transparency and decentralisation. Our services are designed as comprehensive solutions, providing accessibility for all types of clients and ensuring a safe and reliable investment experience aimed at protecting their assets.

Our mission

Our mission is to simplify access to Bitcoin while maintaining the highest possible security. We aim to protect our clients from irresponsible investment risks and actively work to minimise loss. Our approach is straightforward and transparent, with the goal of fully informing and supporting our clients in their investment decisions. We are committed to honest and clear communication, serving not only as managers but also as trustworthy partners in our clients' financial journeys.

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We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Do you think you could be a good fit for Blockrise? Include your Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter in the application below. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

Please note that by submitting your application, Blockrise (according to our Privacy Policy) gets consent to retrieve, store and process your application data with the purpose to consider employment. We will delete your application data within 30 days when your application is not considered anymore.