Sr. DevOps Engineer

At Paystand, we’re not just another fintech company—we’re trailblazers in decentralized finance (DeFi), transforming how businesses manage their finances. With thriving hubs in Santa Cruz, San Francisco, Austin, Minneapolis, Mexico City, Hermosillo, and Guadalajara, we’re leading a global revolution in financial systems. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years, we’re among the fastest-growing companies reshaping the future of finance. Our Expanding Ecosystem: Paystand isn’t just a company—it’s a growing global network. With the strategic acquisitions of Teampay, a leader in spend management, and Yaydoo, a top AR and AP platform in Latin America, we’re building an expansive ecosystem designed to revolutionize financial operations and fuel business growth worldwide. Why Paystand? What We Do: By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, we digitize receivables, automate financial processes, reduce time-to-cash, lower transaction costs, and unlock new revenue streams for businesses. Why We Do It: We’re driven by a mission to revolutionize digital payments and decentralize finance, creating a more open, inclusive, and transparent financial ecosystem, starting with B2B payments. How We Do It: As change-makers in the DeFi movement, we don’t just follow trends—we set them. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of fintech and eager to redefine what financial technology should look like, Paystand is the place where you can make a significant impact. Join Us: Be part of something bigger. Join Paystand and help us lead the financial revolution. Role at a glance: The Sr DevOps Engineer will be responsible for implementing and managing security practices within our DevOps framework. This role involves collaborating with development, operations, and security teams to ensure the continuous delivery of secure software applications. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of DevOps, security best practices, and experience with modern development and deployment tools. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement security strategies for our CI/CD pipelines. Integrate security tools and processes into the DevOps lifecycle, including static and dynamic analysis, vulnerability scanning, and configuration management. Collaborate with development and operations teams to identify and mitigate security risks. Conduct security assessments, code reviews, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities. Monitor and respond to security incidents and alerts, ensuring timely resolution. Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, technologies, and best practices. Provide guidance and training to team members on secure coding and DevOps practices. Create and maintain documentation related to security policies, procedures, and incident responses. Participate in the design and implementation of automated security testing. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices. Requirements and qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of experience in DevOps, with a strong focus on security and reliability. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Bash or any server scripting language. Strong experience in Linux and Unix based operating systems. Strong experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitLab CI. Knowledge of security tools such as OWASP, Nessus. Knowledge of PCI DSS and other payment related security standards. Strong knowledge in AWS and the Well Architected Framework. Strong understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, AWS EKS and AWS ECS. Experience with AWS CDK. Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible. Experience on GitOps. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform) are a plus. Perks Enjoy generous PTO and sick leave, because we believe in balance. Fuel your days with free snacks and paid lunches in the office. We've got your health covered with Major Medical Health Insurance. Stay nourished with food vouchers and plan for your future with savings funds. Unlock stock options and own a piece of our success Work with the best tools and equipment, setting you up to thrive. And the best part? Endless growth opportunities await you as we rapidly expand If you're passionate about driving change in the FinTech landscape and being part of a company that is shaping the future of digital payments, we invite you to explore opportunities with Paystand. We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience manifests in diverse ways, skills are transferable, and passion is a powerful driver. Your journey and skills are unique, and we value the richness that diverse perspectives bring to our team. More than a resume, we prioritize a genuine commitment, impactful contributions, and the ability to thrive in our dynamic, collaborative environment. We are enthusiastic about providing you with opportunities to learn and grow within this role. If your experience aligns closely with what we're seeking, we encourage you to apply. We celebrate the belief that diversity in backgrounds and thoughts fuels better problem-solving and fosters more creative thinking. Our commitment to adding new perspectives to the team reflects our dedication to innovation and inclusivity. Your journey is important to us, and we look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team at Paystand. 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