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From Automating Infrastructure to Developing Blazing-Fast APIs. I Engineer the Full Stack of Possibility
Hi, I'm Adedeji, a Top Rated DevOps Engineer and Backend Developer passionate about building reliable, high-performance systems that scale.
My journey began in the world of cloud computing, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation โ making infrastructure smarter, faster, and more resilient. But the more I optimized deployments, the more I wanted to optimize the code being deployed. So I dove deep into backend engineering, mastering Python and FastAPI to craft APIs that are just as efficient as the systems they run on.
Now, I bridge both worlds, developing backend services that move at lightning speed and deploying them on bulletproof infrastructure.
What I Bring to Your Project
DevOps Engineering (My First Love):
๐ข CI/CD pipelines with GitLab, Jenkins, ArgoCD, and GitHub Actions
๐ข Cloud mastery: Amazon Web Services (Amazon EC2, Amazon S3, IAM, RDS, Lambda, AWS CloudFormation)
๐ข Deployment automation with Terraform, Ansible, and Docker
๐ข Kubernetes-native architectures, Docker Compose, Helm, and observability with OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, and Grafana
๐ข Cross-platform deployments on Azure, GCP, DigitalOcean
๐ข Linux System Administration (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian) and network security
Backend Engineering (Where the Magic Grew):
๐ข Clean, scalable APIs with FastAPI & Python
๐ข Async I/O, microservices architecture, and high availability
๐ข Machine learning integration for intelligent automation
๐ข Optimized data flow with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL
Toolbox Highlights:
๐ข Languages: Python, Golang, Bash Programming
๐ข Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, k3s
๐ข IaC & Automation: Terraform, Bash, Ansible, AWS CDK
๐ข Cloud & DevOps: Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, CI/CD, Linux
๐ข Web & API Development: FastAPI, NestJS, React, NGINX
๐ข Observability & Monitoring: OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic Stack (ELK)
Recent Wins:
๐ข Cut deployment time from 1 hour to 5 minutes using CI/CD and Dockerized workflows
๐ข Integrated full-stack observability with OpenTelemetry and Python for real-time tracing
๐ข Saved 40% on AWS infrastructure using Terraform and Amazon EC2 spot instances
๐ข Built async FastAPI backend powering a scalable AI-driven recommendation system
๐ข Orchestrated seamless Kubernetes deployments with ArgoCD for GitOps workflows
๐ข Implemented secure SSL certificates and DNS management for enterprise clients
๐ข Migrated complex infrastructure to AWS CDK with cross-account setup for enhanced security
๐ข Automated WebSocket communication, improving real-time performance and system efficiency
๐ข Created custom Ubuntu Core snaps for specialized deployment requirements
Whether you're scaling with Amazon EC2, deploying containers with Docker and Kubernetes, automating with Terraform, or building backend APIs that just work โ I bring the clarity and experience to execute.
Need a DevOps expert who writes backend systems, or a Backend Developer who understands cloud automation inside out? Hit "๐๐๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ ๐" or "๐๐๐ค๐ค๐๐๐" and let's bring your vision to life.
Kubernetes
DevOps
Docker
Jenkins
Terraform
CI/CD
Deployment Automation
Cloud Computing
Containerization
Microservice
Amazon Web Services
Git
Python
DevOps Engineering
Azure DevOps
John O.
Abuja, Nigeria
$30/hr
5.0
18 jobs
DevOps Engineer โ 5.0 โญโญโญโญโญ "John is an exceptional talent with outstanding DevOps and Cloud expertise."
I am John Ojabo, a Multi-Certified Cloud DevOps Engineer with 6+ years of experience helping startups, SMEs, and enterprises automate, optimize, and scale their infrastructure across GCP, AWS, and Azure.
My mission is simple: ๐๐๐จ๐๐๐ฃ ๐ง๐๐จ๐๐ก๐๐๐ฃ๐ฉ ๐๐ก๐ค๐ช๐ ๐จ๐ค๐ก๐ช๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐จ ๐ฉ๐๐๐ฉ ๐จ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ค๐จ๐ฉ๐จ, ๐๐ฃ๐๐ง๐๐๐จ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ฃ๐๐ฎ, ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ฃ๐จ๐ช๐ง๐ ๐ง๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ฎ ๐๐ฉ ๐จ๐๐๐ก๐.
Over the years, Iโve successfully delivered projects involving zero-downtime migrations, enterprise-grade CI/CD pipelines, cost optimization strategies, and highly available Kubernetes deployments โ all with measurable performance gains for my clients.
CORE ACHIEVEMENTS & IMPACT
๐ฐ Saved $20,000+ annually for clients by hosting static sites on Azure Storage and implementing strategic cloud cost optimizations.
โก Cut deployment time by 45% through fully automated CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
๐ Improved app performance by 35% via optimized migrations between GCP and Azure.
๐ก๏ธ Hardened infrastructure security, reducing vulnerabilities by over 40% with IAM policies, secret management, and network best practices.
๐ Enhanced database performance with Redis caching and PGbouncer pooling, reducing query times by 40%.
WHAT I BRING TO YOUR PROJECT
โ Cloud Infrastructure Setup & Automation โ Terraform, Ansible, AWS, GCP, Azure
โ Kubernetes Deployment & Scaling โ GKE, AKS, EKS, Helm, Service Mesh
โ CI/CD Pipeline Design โ Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Google Cloud Build
โ Cloud Migration & Modernization โ Zero-downtime transitions across AWS, GCP, Azure
โ Monitoring & Observability โ Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, ELK Stack, Cloud Logging
โ Security & Compliance โ IAM, VPC, API Gateways, SSL/TLS, Vulnerability Management
โ Cost Optimization & Performance Tuning โ Resource rightsizing, autoscaling, caching strategies
๐๐ป๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ป๐๐๐ฟ๐ท ๐ถ๐ป๐๐๐๐ธ ๐๐ธ ๐๐๐ธ๐ ๐๐๐ป๐ธ๐ ๐น๐ ๐ธ๐ธ๐ฟ๐ด๐๐ถ๐ธ๐ ๐
ย ย โข Iโm an out-of-the-box thinker and an innovative solutionist, always looking for smarter and more efficient ways to get results.
ย ย โข I am proactive and go the extra mile to solve problems before they even arise.
ย ย โข I value honesty and transparency; your project and data are always safe with me.
ย ย โข I have strong communication skills, keeping you updated at every stage so youโre never left in the dark.
ย ย โข Iโm adaptable and flexible, able to quickly adjust to new challenges or changing project requirements.
ย ย โข I prioritize deadlines and deliver on time without compromising on quality.
PROVEN UPWORK TRACK RECORD
GCP DevOps Engineer โ 5.0 โญ "John is an exceptional talent with outstanding DevOps and Cloud expertise."
Azure DevOps Engineer โ 5.0 โญ "Way too smart for his ageโฆ happy to keep working with him."
Senior GCP Engineer โ 5.0 โญ "A true impressive addition to our team."
Certifications & Credentials
โ Google Certified Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer
โ Google Certified Professional Cloud Security Engineer
โ HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
โ AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
โ Multiple Google Cloud Skill Badges in Kubernetes, Terraform, and Cost Optimization
When you work with me, you get a partner who blends technical depth, business awareness, and clear communication to deliver solutions that work โ the first time, every time.
๐ฉ Letโs discuss how I can design, automate, and scale your cloud infrastructure for peak performance and efficiency.
Kubernetes
Terraform
Docker
GitHub
Linux System Administration
Google Cloud Platform
Azure DevOps
Amazon Web Services
Solution Architecture
DevOps Engineering
Prometheus
Ansible
Hosting Setup
Cybersecurity Management
Microsoft Azure Administration
Ekanem E.
Calabar, Nigeria
$10/hr
5.0
44 jobs
+10 Years of Experience Helping Client & Business: Develop Software, Manage & Consult
๐ Top Rated Freelancer / 100% Job Success
๐ Software Guru 100% Delivery Speed on Both Complex & Difficult Tasks
๐ AWS Cloud Solutions Architect Certified
๐ AWS DevOps Engineer Certified
๐ Built Highly Secure Cloud Architectures for Apache Kafka Applications
๐ Developed Amazon Lex Chatbot for Multi-Language Support
๐ Delivered Kubernetes-Orchestrated Solutions for Scalability
๐ Implemented AWS Lambda for Serverless Application Architectures
๐ Executed ECS Projects for High-Performance Containerized Workloads
๐ Enhanced AWS Cloud Cyber Security Infrastructure
With over 10 years of IT expertise in DevOps Engineering, Cloud Architecture, Cyber Security, and Infrastructure Automation, I bring a proven ability to deliver secure, scalable, and efficient cloud-based solutions tailored to business-critical applications.
Key Skills & Expertise
Amazon Lex Chatbot Development:
Designed and implemented a multi-language Amazon Lex chatbot for customer engagement, supporting English and Spanish interactions.
Container Management and Orchestration:
Delivered containerized workloads using Amazon ECS for high-performance applications.
Deployed Kubernetes for managing scalable containerized microservices, ensuring robust and reliable production environments.
Serverless Architectures:
Developed AWS Lambda-based serverless applications integrated with API Gateway and DynamoDB, enabling cost-efficient and event-driven solutions.
Highly Secure Cloud Architecture:
Built and implemented highly secure cloud architectures for mission-critical applications, including an Apache Kafka-based streaming platform.
Enhanced AWS Cloud Cyber Security posture by implementing best practices such as IAM policies, security groups, VPC NACLs, encryption, and AWS WAF for web application security.
CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Automated multi-account AWS deployments using Terraform and optimized CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, SonarQube, and Maven.
Monitoring and Observability:
Implemented Prometheus, Grafana, and New Relic for real-time monitoring and end-to-end application observability.
Disaster Recovery and High Availability:
Executed a failover recovery plan between on-premises servers and AWS EC2 Reserved Instances to achieve zero downtime during critical operations.
Cyber Security and Compliance:
Strengthened AWS Cloud security by implementing IAM policies, fine-tuning security groups, ensuring secure container deployments, and following security best practices for applications and data.
Recent Highlights
Amazon Lex Chatbot: Developed a bilingual chatbot with Amazon Lex, enabling seamless client communication and automating booking workflows.
Apache Kafka Secure Deployment: Built a highly secure cloud architecture to support an Apache Kafka streaming application, ensuring optimal performance and security.
ECS and Kubernetes: Delivered containerized solutions using Amazon ECS for high-throughput workloads and orchestrated Kubernetes deployments for scalable applications.
AWS Lambda Projects: Designed and implemented serverless solutions leveraging AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB for cost-efficient, event-driven architectures.
Cyber Security: Enhanced AWS Cloud Cyber Security infrastructure by implementing robust security configurations across all deployed services.
Kubernetes
DevOps Engineering
Python
Amazon Web Services
App Development
Web Development
Azure DevOps
Terraform
Linux System Administration
Docker
Ansible
CI/CD
Cloud Computing
Automated Workflow
Network Security
Samaila B.
Kaduna, Nigeria
$26/hr
4.9
5 jobs
I build commerce tools that help businesses sell more. Shopify apps, WhatsApp AI ordering systems, and SaaS platforms for e-commerce.
What I've shipped (not concepts. Live, production systems):
โ Built Chat2Sale. A WhatsApp AI commerce platform that lets customers browse catalogs, place orders, and pay through WhatsApp conversations. Live in production for a European client.
โ 2 published Shopify apps on the Shopify App Store, built end-to-end from Shopify Polaris UI to backend API integrations.
โ 6-month engagement building an AI-powered financial SaaS platform (Next.js, TypeScript, TailwindCSS). Client re-hired me after the first contract and left a 5-star review.
What I Build
โข Shopify apps (custom and public). Polaris, App Bridge, Shopify APIs
โข WhatsApp ordering & AI chatbot systems for e-commerce
โข SaaS platforms and multi-tenant web applications
โข AI-powered features and automation tools
โข Next.js / React frontend applications with complex UI
Tech Stack
Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript, Shopify Polaris, TailwindCSS, Redux, Zustand
Backend: Node.js, NestJS, Express, GraphQL, REST APIs
Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Firestore
Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, CI/CD, GitHub Actions
Shopify: Polaris, App Bridge, Admin API, Storefront API, Webhooks
How I Work
I take ownership. You tell me what the business needs, I figure out how to build it, ship it, and make sure it works in production. Communication is async-friendly. Daily updates, no surprises.
100% Job Success on Upwork. Every client has re-hired or endorsed me.
If you're building a Shopify app, a WhatsApp commerce tool, or a SaaS product, message me with your project details and I'll tell you honestly if I'm the right fit.
Kubernetes
Shopify
Shopify Apps
Shopify Development
Chatbot Development
WhatsApp
React
TypeScript
JavaScript
Node.js
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Next.js
ExpressJS
Docker
AWS Development
Microservice
Redux
Full-Stack Development
Ugochukwu O.
Abuja, Nigeria
$25/hr
4.9
23 jobs
Is your AWS platform expensive, unreliable, or difficult to deploy? I can help you simplify the architecture, reduce costs, improve security, and ship changes with confidence.
I build and modernize SaaS and enterprise platforms using AWS, Go, Node.js, Terraform, serverless services, containers, and secure CI/CD pipelines.
I have earned more than $100,000 across 9,500 Upwork hours. My production experience includes work for the New York Lottery, Dittofi, and BlazeStack.
Recent results
โข Managed Terraform infrastructure across six AWS commercial and GovCloud environments
โข Reduced ECS Fargate costs by about $450 per month
โข Cut environment setup time from two days to under 30 minutes
โข Supported a production platform with more than 100 AWS Lambda functions
โข Restructured over 3,000 lines of serverless infrastructure code
โข Built secure authentication, SSO, RBAC, audit logging, and monitoring systems
โข Developed multi-tenant SaaS platforms with React, Go, Node.js, PostgreSQL, and AWS
โข Built Amazon Bedrock and Claude workflows with structured outputs, validation, and prompt-injection protection
How I can help you
โข Design or modernize your AWS architecture
โข Build Go and Node.js APIs, microservices, and backend systems
โข Automate infrastructure with Terraform and CI/CD
โข Deploy workloads with Docker, ECS, EKS, and Kubernetes
โข Build serverless systems with Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge, SQS, Cognito, and Aurora
โข Improve cloud security, monitoring, reliability, and cost
โข Integrate AI features with Amazon Bedrock and Claude
Youโll get clear communication, clean implementation, and systems your team can maintain after launch.
Send me your current architecture, the problems youโre facing, and the outcome you need.
Kubernetes
Amazon Web Services
AWS Lambda
Golang
Node.js
Docker
DevOps Engineering
Terraform
CI/CD
Serverless Stack
Amazon API Gateway
TypeScript
Serverless Computing
Amazon ECS
PostgreSQL
React
Ibrahim O.
Lekki, Nigeria
$10/hr
5.0
6 jobs
Hi there! Iโm Ibrahim, a versatile Web Developer, Virtual Assistant, and DevOps Engineer with over 5 years of experience helping businesses build strong digital systems and run smoothly online.
I specialize in creating modern, high-performing websites using WordPress, Webflow, and Shopify, and integrating CRM platforms to automate marketing and customer management. My goal is always to deliver websites that not only look great but also perform flawlessly, optimized for speed, functionality, and user experience.
Alongside my technical expertise, I have over 4 years of experience as a Virtual Assistant, supporting clients with administrative tasks, customer communication, project coordination, and tech operations. I bring the same discipline and attention to detail from my development work into every part of my virtual assistant role.
In addition, Iโm skilled in DevOps engineering, managing cloud servers, deployment pipelines, and CI/CD workflows that keep web applications efficient and secure.
My Core Skills Include:
โ Web development (WordPress, Webflow, Shopify)
โ CRM setup & automation (HubSpot, Zoho, Salesforce)
โ DevOps engineering (CI/CD, cloud deployment, automation)
โ Virtual assistance (operations, communication, research, scheduling)
โ Excellent communication & time management
Clients appreciate my reliability, problem-solving mindset, and proactive communication. Whether you need a developer to build your digital presence, a virtual assistant to streamline operations, or a DevOps hand to optimize performance. Iโm here to help you succeed.
Letโs create something exceptional together.
Kubernetes
JavaScript
Docker
Python
WordPress
Laravel
Software
React
CSS 3
HTML
DevOps Engineering
PHP
DevOps
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