About Stack BuildersWe’re Stack Builders, a US software consultancy with offices in New York and Quito. We work with international clients to build high-quality software solutions while investing in our team's growth and development.We’re looking for a DevOps Engineer to join our Ecuador team. This is an opportunity for someone with solid technical fundamentals who wants to continue developing their DevOps, cloud, automation, and infrastructure skills in a collaborative software engineering environment.Initially, you’ll contribute to internal Stack Builders projects, helping us evaluate and improve our technical capabilities. As business needs evolve, you may also provide PTO coverage or transition to supporting one of our client projects.*IMPORTANT to be considered for this position:Your application and CV must be in English.By applying to the job, you confirm you have read and accept our Ecuador Privacy Notice (also available at the bottom of this post). This is mandatory to be considered for our vacancy. What You'll DoSupport cloud infrastructure, deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and development environments.Troubleshoot basic infrastructure, deployment, networking, and application-environment issues.Write and maintain scripts and automation using Bash, Python, or similar tools.Work with Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools.Support containerized applications using Docker.Monitor applications and infrastructure and investigate logs, alerts, and basic performance issues.Assist with cloud infrastructure across platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.Follow established processes for security, secrets management, IAM, and operational best practices.Collaborate with software engineers to improve deployment and development workflows.Use Git and version-control practices as part of day-to-day development.Document technical work, troubleshooting steps, and operational procedures.Learn and work with new technologies as projects and client requirements evolve.Use generative AI responsibly to improve productivity, troubleshooting, automation, and technical problem-solving.RequirementsWhat We're Looking ForRequired Technical SkillsWe’re looking for candidates who have practical experience or a solid foundation in:Linux/Unix and command-line environments.Git and version control.Basic scripting with Bash, Python, or a similar language.Fundamental CI/CD concepts, including pipelines, builds, testing, and deployments.Basic knowledge of at least one major cloud platform: AWS, GCP, or Azure.Networking fundamentals, including HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, ports, and basic TCP/IP concepts.Docker and basic container concepts.Monitoring, logging, or observability tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog, or CloudWatch.Basic cloud security concepts, including IAM, secrets management, and access control.Experience using generative AI tools as part of technical work and problem-solving.Nice to HaveExperience with any of the following is a plus:Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools.Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or Jenkins.Ansible or other configuration-management tools.AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, ECS, or CloudWatch.Infrastructure monitoring, alerting, or incident-response practices.You do not need to be an expert in all of these technologies. We value strong fundamentals, problem-solving ability, and the ability to learn new tools quickly.What the Work Looks LikeThis is a DevOps-focused role, with approximately:80–90%: Infrastructure, cloud, CI/CD, automation, monitoring, deployments, and operational support.10–20%: Scripting and application-related technical support.Little to no frontend development is expected.No specific industry or domain experience is required. What matters most is your ability to understand technical environments, troubleshoot problems, automate repetitive tasks, and collaborate effectively with software engineers.What We're Looking For Beyond Technical SkillsCommunication & CollaborationIntermediate to advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken.Ability to communicate technical issues clearly with software engineers and other stakeholders.Comfortable asking questions, seeking clarification, and communicating when something is blocked.Ability to document technical work clearly and concisely.Comfortable working as part of a distributed, collaborative team.Problem Solving and Ownership SkillsBenefitsWhy Join Stack Builders?Meaningful work in a people-focused company certified as a Great Place to Work in Ecuador for 5 consecutive years.Professional development opportunities, including mentorship, team workshops, and Employee Assessment cycles.Private health and dental insurance and a mental health counseling stipend.Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid sick, family, and parental leave.Hybrid and flexible work model.Participation in internal events, team-building activities, and holiday celebrations.Welcome package including a laptop and home office support.All benefits required by Ecuadorian labor law.--More than our EEO statement, this is what makes us a Great Place to Work:Stack Builders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment and don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment during the hiring process or time of employment.All team members and candidates are assessed and appreciated for their attitude, qualifications, and potential - regardless of race, religion, color, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, and other characteristics protected by law.You can learn more about us by visiting our website, or taking a look at our community content. --Aviso de Privacidad Stack Builders Ecuador:Al postular a nuestras vacantes en Ecuador, usted confirma que ha leído y acepta nuestro Aviso de Privacidad de Ecuador.CLÁUSULA INFORMATIVA PARA TRATAMIENTO DE DATOS DE CANDIDATOS 1. Datos del responsable del tratamiento: SBIE CONSULTORÍA DE SOFTWARE CIA. LTDA (en adelante STACK BUILDERS)Dirección: Av. Amazonas E3-39 y Av. Naciones Unidas, Edif. La Previsora, piso 10, ofic. 1002, QuitoRUC: 1792443253001Teléfono: 02-401-6115Correo electrónico: dataprivacy@stackbuilders.com 2. Finalidades: En STACK BUILDERS tratamos la información que nos facilita con el fin de analizarla para el cargo pretendido y mantenerle informado de las distintas vacantes a un puesto de trabajo que se produzcan en nuestra organización. 3. Conservación: Los datos proporcionados se conservarán hasta la adjudicación de un puesto de trabajo o hasta que usted ejerza su derecho de supresión o eliminación. 4. Cesiones:Los datos no se cederán a terceros salvo en los casos en que exista una obligación legal. 5. Ejercicio de derechos:Usted tiene derecho a obtener información sobre si en STACK BUILDERS estamos tratando sus datos personales, por lo que puede ejercer sus derechos de acceso, actualización, rectificación, eliminación, portabilidad de datos, oposición y limitación a su tratamiento ante STACK BUILDERS, a la dirección de domicilio señalada al inicio, o en la dirección de correo electrónico dataprivacy@stackbuilders.com , adjuntando copia de su documento de identificación. Si considera que su requerimiento no ha sido satisfecho, podrá presentar una reclamación ante la autoridad de control de protección de datos.
About Stack Builders
We’re Stack Builders, a US software consultancy with offices in New York and Quito. We work with international clients to build high-quality software solutions while investing in our team's growth and development.
We’re looking for a DevOps Engineer to join our Ecuador team. This is an opportunity for someone with solid technical fundamentals who wants to continue developing their DevOps, cloud, automation, and infrastructure skills in a collaborative software engineering environment.
Initially, you’ll contribute to internal Stack Builders projects, helping us evaluate and improve our technical capabilities. As business needs evolve, you may also provide PTO coverage or transition to supporting one of our client projects.
*IMPORTANT to be considered for this position:
- Your application and CV must be in English.
- By applying to the job, you confirm you have read and accept our Ecuador Privacy Notice (also available at the bottom of this post). This is mandatory to be considered for our vacancy.
What You'll Do
- Support cloud infrastructure, deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and development environments.
- Troubleshoot basic infrastructure, deployment, networking, and application-environment issues.
- Write and maintain scripts and automation using Bash, Python, or similar tools.
- Work with Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools.
- Support containerized applications using Docker.
- Monitor applications and infrastructure and investigate logs, alerts, and basic performance issues.
- Assist with cloud infrastructure across platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Follow established processes for security, secrets management, IAM, and operational best practices.
- Collaborate with software engineers to improve deployment and development workflows.
- Use Git and version-control practices as part of day-to-day development.
- Document technical work, troubleshooting steps, and operational procedures.
- Learn and work with new technologies as projects and client requirements evolve.
- Use generative AI responsibly to improve productivity, troubleshooting, automation, and technical problem-solving.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Technical Skills
We’re looking for candidates who have practical experience or a solid foundation in:
- Linux/Unix and command-line environments.
- Git and version control.
- Basic scripting with Bash, Python, or a similar language.
- Fundamental CI/CD concepts, including pipelines, builds, testing, and deployments.
- Basic knowledge of at least one major cloud platform: AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Networking fundamentals, including HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, ports, and basic TCP/IP concepts.
- Docker and basic container concepts.
- Monitoring, logging, or observability tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog, or CloudWatch.
- Basic cloud security concepts, including IAM, secrets management, and access control.
- Experience using generative AI tools as part of technical work and problem-solving.
Nice to Have
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
- Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools.
- Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.
- CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or Jenkins.
- Ansible or other configuration-management tools.
- AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, ECS, or CloudWatch.
- Infrastructure monitoring, alerting, or incident-response practices.
You do not need to be an expert in all of these technologies. We value strong fundamentals, problem-solving ability, and the ability to learn new tools quickly.
What the Work Looks Like
This is a DevOps-focused role, with approximately:
- 80–90%: Infrastructure, cloud, CI/CD, automation, monitoring, deployments, and operational support.
- 10–20%: Scripting and application-related technical support.
- Little to no frontend development is expected.
No specific industry or domain experience is required. What matters most is your ability to understand technical environments, troubleshoot problems, automate repetitive tasks, and collaborate effectively with software engineers.
What We're Looking For Beyond Technical Skills
Communication & Collaboration
- Intermediate to advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken.
- Ability to communicate technical issues clearly with software engineers and other stakeholders.
- Comfortable asking questions, seeking clarification, and communicating when something is blocked.
- Ability to document technical work clearly and concisely.
- Comfortable working as part of a distributed, collaborative team.
- Problem Solving and Ownership Skills
Benefits
Why Join Stack Builders?
- Meaningful work in a people-focused company certified as a Great Place to Work in Ecuador for 5 consecutive years.
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship, team workshops, and Employee Assessment cycles.
- Private health and dental insurance and a mental health counseling stipend.
- Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid sick, family, and parental leave.
- Hybrid and flexible work model.
- Participation in internal events, team-building activities, and holiday celebrations.
- Welcome package including a laptop and home office support.
- All benefits required by Ecuadorian labor law.
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More than our EEO statement, this is what makes us a Great Place to Work:
Stack Builders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment and don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment during the hiring process or time of employment.
All team members and candidates are assessed and appreciated for their attitude, qualifications, and potential - regardless of race, religion, color, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, and other characteristics protected by law.
You can learn more about us by visiting our website, or taking a look at our community content.
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Aviso de Privacidad Stack Builders Ecuador:
Al postular a nuestras vacantes en Ecuador, usted confirma que ha leído y acepta nuestro Aviso de Privacidad de Ecuador.
CLÁUSULA INFORMATIVA PARA TRATAMIENTO DE DATOS DE CANDIDATOS
1. Datos del responsable del tratamiento:
- SBIE CONSULTORÍA DE SOFTWARE CIA. LTDA (en adelante STACK BUILDERS)
- Dirección: Av. Amazonas E3-39 y Av. Naciones Unidas, Edif. La Previsora, piso 10, ofic. 1002, Quito
- RUC: 1792443253001
- Teléfono: 02-401-6115
- Correo electrónico: dataprivacy@stackbuilders.com
2. Finalidades:
En STACK BUILDERS tratamos la información que nos facilita con el fin de analizarla para el cargo pretendido y mantenerle informado de las distintas vacantes a un puesto de trabajo que se produzcan en nuestra organización.
3. Conservación:
Los datos proporcionados se conservarán hasta la adjudicación de un puesto de trabajo o hasta que usted ejerza su derecho de supresión o eliminación.
4. Cesiones:
Los datos no se cederán a terceros salvo en los casos en que exista una obligación legal.
5. Ejercicio de derechos:
Usted tiene derecho a obtener información sobre si en STACK BUILDERS estamos tratando sus datos personales, por lo que puede ejercer sus derechos de acceso, actualización, rectificación, eliminación, portabilidad de datos, oposición y limitación a su tratamiento ante STACK BUILDERS, a la dirección de domicilio señalada al inicio, o en la dirección de correo electrónico dataprivacy@stackbuilders.com , adjuntando copia de su documento de identificación.
Si considera que su requerimiento no ha sido satisfecho, podrá presentar una reclamación ante la autoridad de control de protección de datos.
At Stack Builders we push the boundaries of the software industry. As consultants, we use functional programming, especially Haskell, to build amazing products.
At Stack Builders we push the boundaries of the software industry. As consultants, we use functional programming, especially Haskell, to build amazing products.
