DevOps Engineer Intern

Summary

Join Appfire's Global DevOps Team as a 100% remote Intern DevOps Engineer. You'll gain hands-on experience optimizing infrastructure, designing CI/CD pipelines, and contributing to internal system reliability. This internship offers opportunities to work with industry-leading tools and technologies on real-world projects within a supportive and collaborative environment. Appfire prioritizes work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements and various benefits. Professional development is encouraged through access to online learning platforms and internal programs. The role requires basic coding knowledge, foundational cloud platform understanding, and strong communication skills. Familiarity with Kubernetes and other tools is preferred.

Requirements

• Interest in cloud platforms, cost management, and DevOps tools
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Eager to learn and contribute to real-world projects
• Ability to communicate ideas and needs effectively
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working as part of a team
• Basic coding knowledge (Python, Bash, etc)
• Foundational understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS)
• Interest in learning tools like Jenkins and Docker

Responsibilities

• Participate in optimizing infrastructure for cost efficiency and performance
• Assist in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using best practices
• Support the creation of solutions that integrate with our infrastructure
• Contribute to ensuring the reliability and availability of internal systems
• Collaborate with the team to support ongoing DevOps projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Kubernetes
• Familiarity with GCP
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
• Familiarity with ELK
• Familiarity with Grafana

Benefits

• Hands-on learning experience with industry-standard tools and technologies
• Exposure to real-world DevOps challenges, including cost optimization strategies
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers in a supportive, collaborative environment
• Build foundational skills for a career in DevOps
• Enjoy a welcoming, inclusive workplace culture that encourages growth, creativity, and teamwork
• Salary
• Permanent employment (UoP): 7175 - 9000 PLN gross/month
• Every Appfire employee is eligible for company equity
• Home Office allowance – 200 PLN /month to cover your electricity and internet bills
• Lunch Card – 300 PLN /month to spend on groceries/restaurants (excluding alcohol and other excise duties items)
• You can apply for a 50% tax-deductible cost on creative works ( AKUP / IP tax-deductible costs)
• Access to the Appfire University learning platform, a hub of knowledge, interactive resources, and engaging instructor-led courses designed to fuel your learning journey with unparalleled depth and accessibility
• English language courses
• 26 working days of paid annual leave, regardless of years of experience
• Wellness Days – additional time off each month to recharge and take care of yourself
• Private healthcare
• Life Insurance
• 3 fully paid days each year to participate in Appfire Town, Appfire’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program
• Indefinite Employment contract from day one, no trial periods
• 100% remote work opportunity