At Derq, we are a team of passionate innovators. We are looking for a Deployment & Maintenance Software Engineer to support the setup, deployment, and ongoing reliability of our software and hardware across client projects. In this role, you will manage server configurations, oversee deployments, monitor live systems, and help keep performance and uptime high. You will work closely with Project Management, Software Systems, and System/DevOps teams to troubleshoot issues, improve configurations, and continuously raise the quality of what we deliver after go-live.
What You'll Do
- Configure and maintain Derq’s software for stable, optimal performance
- Troubleshoot and resolve server issues quickly to minimize downtime
- Plan and execute software releases, updates, and security patches
- Ensure configurations are consistent, compliant, and repeatable across deployments
- Deploy and set up software on new hardware and new sites efficiently
- Monitor deployed systems and continuously improve performance and uptime
- Identify process gaps and implement practical improvements to speed up deployments and reduce incidents
- Maintain clear documentation for configurations, deployments, and system status
- Collaborate with engineering teams to support smooth integrations and issue resolution
- Troubleshoot deployment and network issues using standard tools (e.g., SSH, ping, traceroute)
- Participate in occasional shifts to support global clients and maintain reliability
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in software deployment, maintenance, and system reliability.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for servers and live systems.
- Ability to plan and execute software releases and updates.
- Experience ensuring consistent and compliant configurations.
- Proficiency in deploying software on new hardware and sites.
- Experience with system monitoring and performance optimization.
- Ability to identify process gaps and implement improvements.
- Strong documentation skills.
- Collaborative mindset to work with engineering teams.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting deployment and network issues using tools like SSH, ping, and traceroute.
- Willingness to participate in occasional shift work to support global clients.
Technical Stack
- SSH
- ping
- traceroute
Team & Environment
Works closely with Project Management, Software Systems, and System/DevOps teams.
Work Mode
This is a global role. Participate in occasional shifts to support global clients.
