Production Engineer – Game Distribution Platform (Freelance, Remote)

We're looking for a Production Engineer to support the deployment, stability, and security of a Java-based game distribution platform. You’ll work closely with the lead developer, focusing on infrastructure, automation, and monitoring.

Key Details
Type: Freelance
Location: Remote
Compensation: Industry-standard rates

Responsibilities
Set up and manage dev, staging, and production environments
Automate deployments (Java client + REST backend) with Docker, Ansible, CI/CD
Monitor services (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK), set alerts, and track performance
Handle SSL, API access, and participate in security audits
Support testing (load, crash), backups, restores, and releases
Maintain technical documentation and deployment procedures

Skills Required
Systems: Linux (Ubuntu/Debian), Windows
Tools: Docker, Ansible, Git, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub/GitLab CI)
Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK
Security & Networking: SSL, tokens, firewalls, proxies
Web: REST APIs, Nginx/Apache, CDN

Profile
Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent)
2+ years in production/DevOps environments
Solid understanding of Java-based systems
Autonomous, reliable, and team-oriented