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Oleksandr D.

Nikopol, Ukraine

$60/hr
4.9
355 jobs

⭐️ Top Rated Plus - Top 3% Expert on Upwork 🕒 9000+ Working Hours ✅ 20+ Years of Expertise ✅ 100% Job Success ✅ 300+ Successful Projects Finished ✅ 5 Star Rating Hello, I'm Oleksandr. As a seasoned Linux System Administrator and DevOps Engineer with over 20 years of experience I specialize in delivering robust IT solutions that enhance operational efficiency and security. My expertise spans across various domains, including: ▪ DevOps & Automation: Successfully implemented automated provisioning using Ansible, streamlining deployment processes and reducing manual intervention. ▪ Linux & FreeBSD Maintenance: Managed and optimized server environments on CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu, RHEL, and FreeBSD, ensuring high availability and performance. ▪ Cloud Hosting: Deployed and maintained scalable cloud solutions on AWS, Azure, and DigitalOcean, enhancing infrastructure reliability and scalability. ▪ Virtualization: Utilized Docker, VirtualBox, and OpenVZ to create flexible and efficient virtual environments, supporting diverse application needs. ▪ Web & Database Servers: Configured and maintained Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB servers, ensuring secure and efficient data handling. ▪ Networking & Security: Implemented secure networking solutions, including VPNs and firewalls, to protect sensitive data and maintain network integrity. I am committed to continuous improvement and staying abreast of the latest industry trends. My approach is rooted in ITIL best practices, ensuring incident management and business continuity planning are at the forefront of my work. Let's collaborate to drive your IT projects to success with innovative solutions and expert guidance.

  • Ubuntu
  • DNS
  • Web Hosting
  • SSL
  • WordPress
  • Network Administration
  • Docker
  • Docker Compose
  • Git
  • Linux
  • CI/CD
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Terraform
  • Continuous Deployment
  • Continuous Delivery
  • Continuous Integration
  • DevOps
  • DevOps Engineering
  • Amazon Web Services
  • System Administration
Suma W.

Beijing, China

$25/hr
5.0
93 jobs

I am an experienced Linux administrator. I have 15+ years of experience in Linux system administration and problem-solving. I can troubleshooting all kinds of linux issues, centos migration, centos/ubuntu crash rescue, investigate server performance issue and web server administration. Skills & Deliverables: Cloud Infrastructure & Dedicated VPS Setup (AWS, DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Contabo, Linode etc) Building secure, high-performance servers with proper backup, and automation. Linux Administration(Centos, Ubuntu, Debian, Rocky Linux, Almalinux) Performance optimization, monitoring, troubleshooting, log analysis, and uptime management. Server migration(Centos, Ubuntu, Debian, Rocky Linux, Almalinux) Secure migration of data and app between different servers. Web Server Trouble-shooting Slow server, website troubleshooting and optimization Recurring downtime issue troubleshooting and fix. Centos7 server migration Upgrade centos7 to almalinux 8 or 9. Migrate data&apps from centos7 to Ubuntu/Debian/Rocky/Almalinux Server Upgrade(Centos, Ubuntu, Debian, Rocky Linux, Almalinux) Upgrade ubuntu 14 16 18 20 22 to the latest version. Upgrade Debian , Rocky Linux, Almalinux to the latest version Server rescue(Centos, Ubuntu, Debian, Rocky Linux, Almalinux) Fix linux system crash, file system corruption. Security & Compliance Firewall configuration, access control, TLS/SSL, patching, vulnerability prevention. Backup & Disaster Recovery Strategy Automated backups, retention policies, restore testing, failover planning. Application Hosting & Migration WordPress, Prestashop, Forum app, Node.js, Python apps — smooth migration without downtime. Email Infrastructure & Deliverability Improvement Domain authentication setup (SPF / DKIM / DMARC), inbox placement, fixing spam issues. Why choose me? - Strong skills and extensive experience , can work independently and efficiently , able to fix complex issues - Fast and clear communication, detail and solution oriented - Honest and proactive work ethic

  • CentOS
  • Ubuntu
  • WordPress
  • Apache HTTP Server
  • NGINX
  • Debian
  • Docker
  • MySQL
  • Web Hosting
  • Website Migration
  • PrestaShop
  • Linux System Administration
  • Varnish Cache
  • Postfix SMTP Server
  • Dovecot
Mir A.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

$35/hr
4.9
769 jobs

Hi, I'm Mir, a Web Developer & Linux SysAdmin with 10+ years of experience in building high-performance websites and optimizing servers. I hold 40+ skill badge certifications from industry leaders like Google Cloud, IBM, and Linux Foundation, ensuring expert skills and reliable results. 🏆500+ Successful Projects On Upwork 🏆10+ Years of Experience 🏆500+ 5-Star Reviews 🏆1500+ Upwork hours 🏆40+ Verified Skill Badge Certifications ⁉️Need a reliable Linux server expert? I ensure your websites/servers are fast, secure, and always online. From setting up high-performance systems to troubleshooting and fixing issues, I keep your web infrastructure running smoothly. I also build SEO-optimized websites and provide full-service web maintenance—monitoring, backups, data protection, DNS fixes, security, and more—so you can focus on growth, not glitches! ### My Expertise Includes: # Linux - Linux System Administration - Server Optimization and Security - Troubleshooting and bug fix # Web Development - PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, MySQL - SEO-friendly Website Development # DNS - DNS Management - Custom DNS Records - Domain Transfers # Web Hosting - Web Hosting Maintenance - Server Troubleshooting - Speed Optimization - Server Configuration Optimization # WordPress - WordPress Development - Page Speed Optimization - Website Security and Hardening # Email - Email Blacklist Removal - Email Deliverability Troubleshooting # Analytics - Google Analytics - Piwik - Custom Analytics Solutions # Other Services ✔Cloudflare ✔AWS/GCP/DigitalOcean/IBMCloud/OracleCloud/Linode/more ✔Elementor pro ✔Plesk/cPanel ✔Google Search Console ✔SMTP Configuration ✔Apache/Nginx/OpenLiteSpeed/ Configuration ✔RTMP Server Setup ✔VPN Configuration (Wireguard/OpenVPN) ✔And more... ☎If you're seeking a reliable, professional, and highly skilled web server and website expert, look no further. I'm here to help you achieve your project goals with excellence. 🕑I'm available 24/7 to assist you with your project needs, ensuring timely and effective solutions. Let's connect and make your project a success!

  • Linux System Administration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Web Hosting
  • Website Maintenance
  • DNS
  • NGINX
  • WordPress
  • Cloudflare
  • Virtual Private Server
  • Web Development
  • Web Server
  • Virtual Machine
  • Cloud Computing
  • Linux
  • Technical Support
Shoaib Z.

Islamabad, Pakistan

$35/hr
4.8
219 jobs

I have experienced in working on Live streaming of video using Wowza streaming technology. I have worked on Video Streaming/VOD on Wowza Media Server (Amazon EC2). Please contact me to check my completed Live Video Streaming/VOD application that includes web applications and mobile applications(Android and iOS ). I have worked on RTSP and WebRTC based Video Streaming/playing solution (Supports streaming on Mobile devices too) on Wowza Media Server.Besides this also developed Android Based (Two Synchronization between Pc And Android via Internet like bit-torrent )Online Shopping mall webiste in Asp.net. 2D Game in C#.net.

  • Wowza Media Server
  • PHP
  • Android App Development
  • Java
  • Node.js
  • Apache HTTP Server
  • ASP.NET MVC
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Ubuntu
  • Amazon S3
  • Linux System Administration
  • Amazon EC2
  • Linux
  • CentOS
  • Streaming Software
Grzegorz R.

Wschowa, Poland

$36/hr
5.0
2 jobs

🧧 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 | 𝗢𝗧𝗧, 𝗜𝗣𝗧𝗩, 𝗔𝗱𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵, 𝗗𝗥𝗠, 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗥𝗧𝗖, 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗩 & 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 I am a senior Video Streaming Architect specializing in OTT platforms, IPTV solutions, AdTech integrations, DRM-protected content delivery, Live Streaming infrastructure, Video-on-Demand (VOD) platforms, Smart TV applications, and WebRTC real-time communication systems. Over the past 7 years, I have designed and developed OTT platforms, IPTV systems, AdTech-enabled streaming services, DRM-secured video platforms, WebRTC applications, Smart TV ecosystems, and large-scale cloud video infrastructures for media companies, broadcasters, startups, and enterprise clients. My expertise covers the complete streaming lifecycle including ingestion, transcoding, packaging, DRM, AdTech monetization, CDN distribution, playback optimization, analytics, and multi-device delivery. 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 • OTT Platform Development • IPTV Platform Development • AdTech Architecture & Video Monetization • DRM Integration & Content Protection • Live Streaming Infrastructure • Video Streaming Platforms • WebRTC Applications • Smart TV Applications • Connected TV (CTV) Platforms • Video-on-Demand (VOD) • FAST Channels • Cloud Video Infrastructure 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸 OTT / IPTV / Video Streaming OTT, IPTV, Video Streaming, Live Streaming, VOD, FAST Channels, AVOD, SVOD, TVOD, CTV, Broadcast Streaming, Digital Video Platforms, OTT Aggregation, IPTV Middleware, Channel Management Systems, Catch-Up TV, Cloud DVR, Electronic Program Guide (EPG). AdTech & Video Monetization AdTech, AdTech Architecture, AdTech Integrations, AdTech Infrastructure, AdTech Monetization, AdTech Optimization, Google Ad Manager, FreeWheel, SpringServe, Programmatic Advertising, OpenRTB, SSAI, CSAI, Dynamic Ad Insertion, VAST, VMAP, VPAID, Video Advertising, CTV Advertising, Video Monetization, Yield Optimization, Ad Inventory Management. DRM & Content Security DRM, Multi-DRM, Widevine DRM, FairPlay DRM, PlayReady DRM, DRM License Services, DRM Workflows, Content Protection, Secure Playback, Video Encryption, Secure Video Delivery. WebRTC & Real-Time Communication WebRTC, LiveKit, MediaSoup, Janus, Kurento, Ant Media Server, Jitsi, SIP, VoIP, STUN, TURN, Coturn, SFU, MCU, Real-Time Communication, Video Conferencing, Low-Latency Streaming. Streaming Protocols HLS, LL-HLS, MPEG-DASH, CMAF, RTMP, RTMPS, RTSP, RTP, SRT, RIST, Adaptive Bitrate Streaming (ABR). Video Processing FFmpeg, GStreamer, Video Encoding, Video Transcoding, H.264, H.265, HEVC, AV1, VP8, VP9, Packaging, Watermarking, Subtitle Processing, Closed Captions, SCTE-35. Media Servers Wowza, Ant Media Server, LiveKit, MediaSoup, Janus, Kurento, Red5, NGINX RTMP, OvenMediaEngine, Nimble Streamer, Flussonic. Video Players Video.js, Shaka Player, ExoPlayer, AVPlayer, Bitmovin Player, THEOplayer, JW Player, hls.js, dash.js. Smart TV Platforms Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Apple TV, tvOS, Roku, Roku SceneGraph, Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, Connected TV Applications. Cloud Video Infrastructure AWS Elemental MediaLive, AWS Elemental MediaConvert, AWS Elemental MediaPackage, AWS IVS, Amazon Kinesis Video Streams, CloudFront, Akamai, Cloudflare, Mux, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform. Backend Engineering Node.js, NestJS, TypeScript, Python, FastAPI, Golang, C++, GraphQL, REST APIs, Microservices. Services • OTT Platform Architecture & Development • IPTV Platform Development • AdTech Integration & Video Monetization • DRM Integration & Multi-DRM Solutions • Live Streaming Infrastructure • Video Streaming Platform Development • Smart TV Application Development • WebRTC Platform Development • SSAI & AdTech Monetization Solutions • Cloud Video Infrastructure Architecture • OTT Migration & Modernization • IPTV Middleware Integration • DRM Security Assessments • AdTech Optimization & Revenue Engineering Whether you need an OTT platform, IPTV solution, AdTech integration, DRM-secured streaming service, WebRTC platform, Smart TV application, Video Streaming architecture, Live Streaming infrastructure, or an end-to-end cloud video ecosystem, I can help deliver a production-grade solution focused on scalability, reliability, security, and monetization. Skills & Technologies OTT • IPTV • AdTech • DRM • Video Streaming • Live Streaming • WebRTC • Smart TV • Connected TV • FAST Channels • SVOD • AVOD • TVOD • Video-on-Demand • IPTV Middleware • Xtream API • EPG • Widevine DRM • FairPlay DRM • PlayReady DRM • Multi-DRM • Google Ad Manager • FreeWheel • SSAI • CSAI • DAI • VAST • VMAP • Programmatic Advertising • OpenRTB • HLS • LL-HLS • MPEG-DASH • CMAF • RTMP • RTSP • RTP • SRT • FFmpeg • GStreamer • Video.js • Shaka Player • ExoPlayer • AVPlayer • Roku • Android TV • Fire TV • Apple TV • Samsung Tizen • LG webOS • LiveKit • MediaSoup • Janus • Wowza • Ant Media • AWS Elemental • MediaLive Best, Grzegorz

  • Video Stream
  • Live Streaming Setup
  • WebRTC
  • Over-the-Top Media
  • IPTV
  • FFmpeg
  • Desktop Application
  • Amazon Web Services
  • GStreamer
  • C
  • C++
  • SRT
  • Amazon Kinesis Video Streams
  • Real Time Stream Processing
  • Streaming Software
  • Smart TV
Denis V.

Herceg Novi, Montenegro

$35/hr
4.9
701 jobs

I'm a proficient Linux Server Administrator and PHP/Python programmer with over 15 years of experience. My expertise extends to web hosting, cloud, cluster, DevOps and blockchain technologies. Throughout my career, I have worked with numerous hosting providers and have gained extensive experience in addressing vulnerabilities, viruses, spam detection, server optimization, and server software optimization. As a DevOps professional, I collaborate with various companies with developer teams ranging from 1 to 50. I have extensive experience in automating infrastructure, implementing CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), and ensuring system reliability and scalability. Below are my general skills: * Blockchain platforms: Bitcoin, Tron (TRX, USDT), Ethereum (ETH, USDT, USDC), XRP (full node & API) * DevOps: GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevOps. Project support, CI/CD * Optimization of Google Pagespeed, Magento, WordPress, ODOO, Mautic, Drupal, Joomla, Bitrix, Bitrix24, and other CMS * Operating Systems: Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS, Rocky Linux, AlmaLinux, RedHat, CloudLinux, Gentoo, FreeBSD (administration, configuration, audit, optimization) * Software Configuration Management: Salt, Ansible * Web servers: Nginx, Apache, LiteSpeed (installation, configuration, optimization) * Database servers: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, Percona, MongoDB (installation, configuration, optimization, profiling, cluster creation) * Mail servers: Exim, Postfix, Sendmail, Zimbra, Qmail, Dovecot + Spamassassin, ClamAV * Webhosting Administration Panels: cPanel / WHM, Plesk, aaPanel, Proxmox, CyberPanel, VestaCP, HestiaCP, ISPManager, Billmanager, ISPConfig, DirectAdmin, Webmin * Monitoring: Zabbix, Wazuh, Munin, Nagios, Icinga * Amazon: AWS setup or Amazon tools * Virtualization: Proxmox, OpenVZ, XEN, KVM, VMWare, VirtualBox, Docker * Load balancing via: HAproxy, Nginx, Pingora, ProxySQL, PowerDNS, BIND, Route53, Alibaba Cloud DNS * System Backup and Restore automation * Removal of viruses and malicious software * Network services: DNS (Bind, PowerDNS), VPN (MPD, PPTPD, OpenVPN), firewalls (iptables, ipfw), file server (samba3/4), proxies (Squid, 3proxy, Privoxy, Nginx), DRBD, Ceph, GlusterFS, lsyncd * FTP: Vsftp, Pureftp, Proftpd Thank you for viewing!

  • MySQL
  • PHP
  • NGINX
  • DevOps
  • Ubuntu
  • System Administration
  • Database Administration
  • CentOS
  • Debian
  • cPanel
  • Plesk
  • Apache Administration
  • Blockchain
  • Web Hosting
  • Linux System Administration

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How to Hire Top Wowza Media Server Specialists

How to hire Wowza Media Server specialists

Thanks to streaming engines such as Wowza Media Server, users can start watching or listening to content immediately, instead of waiting for files to download first. If you’re looking for a developer who can help you stream your own video and audio content, a Wowza Media Server specialist can help. 

So how do you hire Wowza Media Server specialists? What follows are some tips for finding top Wowza Media Server specialists on Upwork. 

How to shortlist Wowza Media Server professionals

As you’re browsing available Wowza Media Server consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the independent contractors you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Project experience. You want a Wowza Media Server specialist who understands your data streaming needs.
  • Technology. You can filter candidates based on the server-side language, database, and other technologies needed to bring your project to life. 
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular Wowza Media Server specialist.

How to write an effective Wowza Media Server job post

With a clear picture of your ideal Wowza Media Server specialist in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would with employment, aim to provide enough detail for a consultant to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective Wowza Media Server job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From streaming video files to live audio recordings list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience working with certain industries, software, or marketing channels, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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WOWZA MEDIA SERVER SPECIALISTS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Wowza Media Server?

Wowza Media Server has since been renamed to Wowza Streaming Engine as of version 4. The streaming engine does the heavy lifting needed to take data from content sources such as media files or live video camera recordings, and deliver it to the desired output format, such as a streaming video in a user’s browser. 

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in Wowza Media Server professionals:

  • Wowza Streaming Engine
  • Software engineering/development
  • High throughput data streaming
  • Desired server-side technology stack (e.g. LAMP) 

Why hire Wowza Media Server specialists?

The trick to finding top Wowza Media Server specialists is to identify your needs. Are you trying to stream live video content? Or do you require help upgrading your audio streaming app from Wowza Media Server to Wowza Streaming Engine? 

The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire a Wowza Media Server consultant?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced Wowza Media Server consultant may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A consultant who is still in the process of building a client base may price their Wowza Media Server services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.