We're Hiring: Junior DevOps Engineer | Kochi, Kerala

Company: Design Direct

Location: Kochi, Kerala, India

Experience: 0–3 years

Employment type: Full-time

About the role

We're looking for a motivated Junior DevOps Engineer with a valuable understanding of Linux server administration, cloud infrastructure, application deployment, databases and server security. You'll work closely with our developers and technical team to keep our systems fast, secure and reliable.

Key responsibilities

- Assist in managing Linux servers, WHM/cPanel, Nginx, Apache and hosting environments
- Monitor server health and troubleshoot infrastructure issues
- Work with cloud platforms such as AWS, DigitalOcean and Vultr for provisioning and maintenance
- Support deployment of Laravel/PHP, React, Next.js and other web applications using Git and version control
- Assist in managing MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, including backups, optimisation and troubleshooting
- Monitor performance using Prometheus, Grafana, Netdata and similar tools
- Support server hardening, firewall configuration, SSL management and vulnerability monitoring
- Maintain automated backups and support recovery using JetBackup, Backblaze B2 and rclone
- Handle DNS, Cloudflare, nameservers and SSL troubleshooting, and support email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
- Create scripts, cron jobs and automation workflows,



and maintain technical documentation

Required skills

- Good understanding of Linux and command-line operations
- Basic knowledge of cloud computing and server administration
- Familiarity with web hosting environments and control panels
- Understanding of networking, DNS, SSL and database fundamentals
- Knowledge of Git and application deployment processes
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity and server security
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to learn and collaborate with development teams

Good to have

- Cloud: AWS, DigitalOcean, Vultr
- Web servers: Nginx, Apache
- Control panels: WHM, cPanel
- Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, Netdata
- Backup: JetBackup, Backblaze B2, rclone
- Security: firewalls, SSL, Linux hardening, vulnerability assessment
- Development stack: Laravel, PHP, React, Next.js

What we're looking for

Someone with a strong technical foundation, a security-focused mindset and a genuine interest in DevOps and cloud infrastructure. You should be proactive, detail-oriented and comfortable working with developers.

How to apply

Send your updated CV to [email protected] with the subject line "Junior DevOps Engineer – Kochi", or apply through this LinkedIn post.

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📌 Junior DevOps Engineer | (Kerala)
🏢 Design Direct UK
📍 Kerala