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 exposure to industry-leading tools and technologies within a supportive, collaborative environment. You will work on real-world projects, focusing on cost optimization and improving efficiency. Appfire provides a flexible work environment, prioritizing work-life balance and professional growth opportunities. Choose Appfire to customize your experience and thrive in a remote-first culture.

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
• Every Appfire employee is eligible for company equity
• 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
• 25 working days of paid annual leave, regardless of years of experience
• Private healthcare
• Multisport card
• 3 fully paid days each year to participate in Appfire Town, Appfire’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program
• Sofia public transport card
• 100% remote work opportunity