Docker Deployment of n8n Worker on DigitalOcean
Budget: $30 – $250 USD
Need Expert Help: Setup n8n Worker + Redis Queue Mode on DigitalOcean (Docker Deployment)
Hi there,
I’m running an n8n instance on DigitalOcean App Platform, using a Docker container for the main web service and a PostgreSQL dev database.
Everything works fine in basic mode — but now I want to upgrade to queue mode for better stability and scalability, since I'm processing heavy PDF and AI workflows.
Unfortunately, I ran into issues deploying the worker container (non-zero exit code). I’ve already removed the faulty container.
Here’s what I need help with:
What I have now:
n8n web container is deployed (Docker image)
PostgreSQL dev database on DigitalOcean
Environment vars and API keys already configured
Redis not yet deployed
What I need you to do:
Set up Redis on DigitalOcean App Platform or recommend a compatible managed Redis service
Deploy a working n8n Worker container
Connect it to Redis and PostgreSQL
Match same version as web container (7.x preferred)
Enable queue mode properly
Ensure worker container starts properly (no exit error)
Confirm workflows are processed by the worker (not the main container)
(Optional): Help me test upload of large PDFs or webhook load under queue mode
You’re a great fit if you:
Have deployed n8n in worker/queue mode before
Are familiar with Docker + DigitalOcean App Platform
Can debug non-zero exit issues in containers
Know how to work with .env, Redis queues, and scaling logic
Budget: Flexible for the right expert
I’ll give you access to the project and any secrets needed
Comment below and I’ll DM you details
Let’s get this fixed fast — thanks!
Hi there,
I’m running an n8n instance on DigitalOcean App Platform, using a Docker container for the main web service and a PostgreSQL dev database.
Everything works fine in basic mode — but now I want to upgrade to queue mode for better stability and scalability, since I'm processing heavy PDF and AI workflows.
Unfortunately, I ran into issues deploying the worker container (non-zero exit code). I’ve already removed the faulty container.
Here’s what I need help with:
What I have now:
n8n web container is deployed (Docker image)
PostgreSQL dev database on DigitalOcean
Environment vars and API keys already configured
Redis not yet deployed
What I need you to do:
Set up Redis on DigitalOcean App Platform or recommend a compatible managed Redis service
Deploy a working n8n Worker container
Connect it to Redis and PostgreSQL
Match same version as web container (7.x preferred)
Enable queue mode properly
Ensure worker container starts properly (no exit error)
Confirm workflows are processed by the worker (not the main container)
(Optional): Help me test upload of large PDFs or webhook load under queue mode
You’re a great fit if you:
Have deployed n8n in worker/queue mode before
Are familiar with Docker + DigitalOcean App Platform
Can debug non-zero exit issues in containers
Know how to work with .env, Redis queues, and scaling logic
Budget: Flexible for the right expert
I’ll give you access to the project and any secrets needed
Comment below and I’ll DM you details
Let’s get this fixed fast — thanks!