Hiring: DevOps Engineer (Service Support) – Verona, Italy (Freelance)We are currently seeking a DevOps Engineer to support development teams during application releases and contribute to improving software lifecycle efficiency. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines while integrating automated security controls and supporting key infrastructure components.Location-Verona, ItalyOn-site presence required on a daily basisEngagement-FreelanceCandidate must be based in Italy, No sponsorship availableRole OverviewThe selected candidate will play a key role in enabling smooth application releases across environments, automating processes, and collaborating closely with development and operations teams to enhance delivery performance and reliability.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide support to development teams during application release phases across multiple environmentsDesign, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, including automated build, test, and deployment processesIntegrate security controls such as vulnerability scanning and quality gates into the development lifecycleAutomate build, deployment, and environment configuration processesTroubleshoot and resolve release issues and pipeline errorsManage and configure containerized environments using Docker and KubernetesMonitor and optimize pipeline performance to ensure efficiency and scalabilitySupport application and infrastructure components, including RabbitMQ and Kong (API Gateway)Collaborate closely with Development and Operations teams to improve processesContribute to the definition and adoption of DevOps best practices and standardizationRequired SkillsPractical experience with DevOps methodologies and toolsHands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and GitLabStrong focus on automation, performance, and efficiencyAbility to work effectively in a collaborative Dev and Ops environmentPreferred SkillsExperience with integration tools and API management platformsFamiliarity with RabbitMQ and Kong is an advantageIf you are interested in applying or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please feel free to reach out directly.