About the role

Contract Details

• 6-month hourly rate contract.
• ASAP start available. 2-weeks notice max.
• Remote position after initial few days on-site for onboarding.

The Role

We’re looking for a hands-on DevOps Engineer to take ownership our clients systems and pipelines that power their diverse product suite. You'll be the primary DevOps engineer, working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams. 
This is not a cookie-cutter DevOps role - there are 10+ active products across desktop apps, cloud services and large digital asset libraries, therefore the environment is complex and constantly evolving. 

• Manage and maintain Proxmox-based server cluster (Windows & Linux environments).
• Support diverse product pipelines, including AWS services, Windows desktop applications, and a large contingent of products.
• Oversee and develop internal GitLab server and ensure stability of all CI/CD processes.
• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines — including baseline checks, security scanning, staging systems, release automation, and distribution workflows.
• Support systems team with internal IT operations as required (staff workstation setup, VPNs, basic networking).
• Assist in managing subscription and SaaS platforms.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to design DevOps systems that are intuitive and usable beyond engineering.
• Help manage the flow of large digital assets, ensuring they integrate cleanly into product pipelines and releases.

Your Fit

The right candidate will embrace scale, resilience, and automation, bringing:

• Proven experience in DevOps or Systems Engineering, with solid Linux and Windows admin skills.
• Strong knowledge with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab preferred) including automation, security checks, and release management.
• Hands-on experience with containerisation (Docker) and orchestration concepts.
• Comfort working across APIs, integrations, and systems that connect multiple tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to simplify complex processes for different user groups.
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to support teams with diverse technical backgrounds.

Advantageous if you also have:

• Experience in Proxmox (or similar platform) 
• Exposure to AWS cloud environments.
• Familiarity with digital asset pipelines and large-scale content management.
• Background in automation scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Security awareness and experience implementing best practices in public-facing systems.
• Programming and debugging skills.

Contractor Benefits

• Wellbeing Discovery Sessions
• Welcome Packs and exclusive contractor events
• Hnry discount for seamless invoicing
• Optional Pay-As-You-Go PI/PL Insurance

If this sounds like you and you are ready for you next assignment, let's talk. Apply now or contact Kelsi via kelsi@potentia.co.nz for a confidential discussion.