We are looking for a skilled DevOps Engineer with hands-on experience in managing and automating virtualization infrastructure using Proxmox VE and Ansible, with deep knowledge of SR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization) and DPDK (Data Plane Development Kit). The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in deploying and maintaining Ubuntu VMs in high-performance, network-intensive environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, deploy, and manage virtualized infrastructure using Proxmox VE, optimizing for performance and reliability.
Automate configuration management, provisioning, and orchestration using Ansible playbooks and roles.
Implement and troubleshoot SR-IOV configurations to enable efficient network virtualization and direct device assignment.
Deploy and tune DPDK for high-performance packet processing in virtualized environments.
Manage lifecycle of Ubuntu virtual machines, including installation, updates, and security hardening.
Collaborate with networking and application teams to integrate virtualization with container and bare-metal infrastructure.
Monitor system performance, analyze bottlenecks, and proactively improve infrastructure.
Maintain documentation for infrastructure architecture, automation workflows, and troubleshooting guides.
Support continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for virtualized workloads.
Ensure adherence to security best practices in virtualization and network configurations.
REQUIREMENTS
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Proven experience working with Proxmox VE in production or staging environments.
Strong proficiency in Ansible for automation of infrastructure and application deployment.
Deep understanding of SR-IOV technology, including NICs that support it and configuring passthrough to VMs.
Experience deploying and tuning DPDK in virtualized or containerized environments for accelerated packet processing.
Solid knowledge of Ubuntu Linux administration and VM management.
Familiarity with Linux networking concepts including bridges, VLANs, bonding, and IP addressing.
Scripting skills in Bash, Python, or similar languages.
Experience with virtualization concepts: KVM, QEMU, PCI passthrough, NUMA, and resource isolation.
Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software performance issues related to networking and virtualization.
Good understanding of security in virtualized and cloud environments.
Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Background in telecom or data center networking environments.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) in hybrid setups.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
3+ years of experience in DevOps or system administration roles with virtualization focus.
Hands-on experience in networking and performance optimization for virtualized workloads.
ABOUT WEBBING
Founded in early 2010, Webbing is a global data MVNO that delivers enterprise grade, global connectivity and IoT services across more than 200 countries and 600+ mobile carriers' networks. Webbing's secured network delivers network protection and web content intelligence.
Enterprise customers can manage, monitor, and optimize data usage in real-time with Webbing's powerful software platform. Gain visibility by application type and have the power to white list applications and limit non-business applications with the click of a button, saving money and improving compliance.
WHAT WE OFFER
Fully remote
An exciting and challenging workplace with great skill and knowledge development opportunities.
The opportunity to join a team of highly professional specialists in an international environment.
The opportunity for professional development within a reputable international innovative and growing company.
Our objective is to keep your organization and devices perpetually connected with innovative, high-quality, and scalable technology so that you can achieve your vision. We understand that you are looking for a long-term partner that meets your needs, technically and financially.
With our global distribution centers and dedicated account managers, we will make sure your technical setup and SIMs meet your deployment needs. With our 24/7 service team you’ll get the highest quality of around-the-clock service.
