Tbilisi, Georgia Remote (Global)

Workato is hiring a Staff / Senior Infrastructure Engineer (relocation)

About the Role

We're looking for a seasoned Infrastructure Engineer to lead the development and operation of our core database systems. You'll be responsible for building and scaling stateful database services—including ClickHouse, PostgreSQL, and Opensearch—on Kubernetes, supporting a platform that manages massive event throughput across global environments.

What You'll Do

  • Architect and manage large-scale ClickHouse deployments on Kubernetes, ensuring resilience and efficiency
  • Operate and automate multiple database technologies in containerized environments
  • Design and implement self-service provisioning, scaling, backup, and recovery systems
  • Develop Kubernetes operators and custom controllers to streamline database operations
  • Use Terraform and Infrastructure as Code to manage complex environments consistently
  • Drive performance optimization and capacity planning for distributed data systems
  • Lead incident resolution and post-incident reviews to strengthen system reliability
  • Partner with data and application teams to shape scalable, maintainable architectures
  • Build internal tools to enhance monitoring, alerting, and operational visibility

What We're Looking For

  • Over a decade of experience in infrastructure or database engineering
  • Deep familiarity with Kubernetes for stateful applications, including operators and persistent storage
  • Strong Linux systems expertise, with a focus on performance analysis and debugging
  • Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code, particularly Terraform
  • Solid grasp of distributed systems, replication, and fault tolerance
  • Track record of building automation to reduce toil and improve system stability
  • Hands-on cloud experience, preferably on AWS
  • Strong problem-solving skills and composure during critical incidents

Nice to Have

  • Production experience with ClickHouse at scale
  • Working knowledge of PostgreSQL, Opensearch, or Redis
  • Programming experience in Golang or Python for infrastructure tooling
  • Familiarity with Kafka, VictoriaMetrics, ArgoCD, or Vault
  • Contributions to open-source database or infrastructure projects
  • Understanding of sharding, replication topologies, and high-availability strategies

Technology Environment

Kubernetes, ClickHouse, PostgreSQL, Opensearch, Redis, Terraform, AWS, Linux, Golang, Python, Kafka, VictoriaMetrics, ArgoCD, Vault

Work Environment

This role supports remote work with a flexible, trust-based culture. You’ll have autonomy to shape your workflow while contributing to a collaborative, innovation-focused team. The environment emphasizes ownership, continuous learning, and sustainable productivity.

Required Skills
KubernetesClickHousePostgreSQLOpensearchRedisTerraformAWSLinuxGolangPythonInfrastructure as Codedistributed systemsdatabase internalsperformance tuningtroubleshooting KubernetesClickHousePostgreSQLOpensearchRedisTerraformAWSLinuxGolangPythonInfrastructure as CodeDistributed SystemsDatabase InternalsStateful WorkloadsPerformance Tuning
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Workato transforms technology complexity into business opportunity. As the leader in enterprise orchestration, Workato helps businesses globally streamline operations by connecting data, processes, applications, and experiences. Its AI-powered platform enables teams to navigate complex workflows in real-time, driving efficiency and agility.
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Category infrastructure
Posted 20 days ago