You will get DevOps & CI/CD Setup / Strategy
Project details
I design DevOps systems with a focus on reliability, simplicity, and long-term maintainability.
Instead of over-engineering, I focus on:
Practical CI/CD pipelines that teams can actually use
Deployment strategies that reduce risk and downtime
Cost-aware infrastructure decisions
You get a setup that is efficient, stable, and production-ready.
Instead of over-engineering, I focus on:
Practical CI/CD pipelines that teams can actually use
Deployment strategies that reduce risk and downtime
Cost-aware infrastructure decisions
You get a setup that is efficient, stable, and production-ready.
Support & IT Services
Cloud Services, ConsultationDevice
Server/HostingOperating System
Linux/UnixCloud Platforms
Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud PlatformWhat's included
| Service Tiers |
Starter
$79
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Standard
$199
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Advanced
$399
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|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Time | 2 days | 4 days | 7 days |
Number of Revisions | 1 | 2 | 4 |
Remote Connection Support | - | - | - |
Documentation |
Frequently asked questions
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Tony S.
Jan 24, 2022
Senior TypeScript/Angular Developer
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Shilpi G.
Mar 24, 2021
Senior Web Developer for a new startup project
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Alexander F.
Dec 22, 2019
Fullstack Developer for PWA / Hybrid App Development
Naren is a skilled freelancer with lots of experience. We hired him for a React app with a fixed price contract originally, and later converted it to an hourly contract at his request. There were a few issues on both sides initially: Us taking our time to review intermediate results and approve milestones, on the other hand the first set of screens that Naren implemented and considered done had a large number of deviations from our design templates. The fact that Naren works with Linux only and therefore was unable to open our original Adobe XD files and had to base things on screenshots didn't help in the overall process. Just as it felt like the project was moving forward with us giving out very clear next steps and detailed feedback on design fixes, and accommodating to Naren's request to switch to an hourly contract, he kept putting us off from week to week and eventually stopped communicating altogether, so we had to continue with another freelancer.
I understand that working on larger projects with more and predictable hours is always preferred by freelancers, but it was disappointing that the project stopped with so many unfinished parts.
I understand that working on larger projects with more and predictable hours is always preferred by freelancers, but it was disappointing that the project stopped with so many unfinished parts.
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Christopher R.
Jun 12, 2019
Backend Development: Testing, DevOps, and Backend Feature Development
Naren was with us for a long time, and became an essential extension of our development team. He knows what he's doing and is capable of working very independently towards your goals.
We would happily recommend him for his expertise and generally good working manner. Thank you Naren!
We would happily recommend him for his expertise and generally good working manner. Thank you Naren!
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Tim P.
Apr 10, 2019
Serverless Web App: React + Python3.6 + Postgres
About Narendranadh
Fractional CTO | System Architect | MVP to Scale | Full-Stack & Cloud
Hyderabad, India - 4:49 pm local time
I work with founders and teams as a Fractional CTO to design, build, and scale products from idea to production.
I combine system architecture, hands-on engineering, and execution leadership to help you move fast without accumulating technical debt.
With 19+ years of experience and 11,000+ Upwork hours, I bring both strategic direction and reliable delivery. I don’t just build features. I help you build the right system.
Overview
Most teams don’t fail because they lack developers.
They fail because of poor technical decisions, unclear execution, and systems that don’t scale.
That’s where I come in.
I work as a technical partner who can:
0 Translate product ideas into executable systems
0 Design scalable architecture before writing code
0 Lead development with predictable delivery
0 Ensure your product is production-ready, not just demo-ready
I operate at the intersection of:
0 Product thinking
0 System architecture
0 Hands-on execution
What I Do
🧠 Fractional CTO & Technical Leadership
0 Own technical direction from MVP to scale
0 Define architecture, tech stack, and system boundaries
0 Align business goals with engineering execution
0 Guide teams or work independently
🚀 MVP & Product Execution
0 Take ideas from concept → production in 4–8 weeks
0 Break down scope into clear milestones
0 Build systems that scale beyond MVP
0 Avoid rework and technical debt
🏗️ System Architecture
0 Design clean, modular, scalable systems
0 API-first and event-driven architectures
0 Build vs buy decisions
0 Performance, reliability, and extensibility
⚙️ Engineering & Delivery
0 Lead development (solo or with teams)
0 Set coding standards and development workflows
0 Implement CI/CD, testing, and release processes
0 Ensure predictable and transparent execution
☁️ Cloud & DevOps Strategy
0 AWS / GCP architecture
0 Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
0 CI/CD pipelines and automation
0 Monitoring, logging, and cost optimization
Current Work (Representative)
🏗️ Agency SaaS Platform (End-to-End Ownership)
Currently leading the architecture and development of a full-scale Agency Operating System, covering:
0 Leads → Proposals → Contracts → Delivery → Portfolio
0 Data-driven website & content systems
0 Project and workflow management
0 File systems and operational pipelines
This system reflects my approach:
0 Think in systems, not features
0 Build for scale from day one
0 Align product, engineering, and operations
How I Work
0 Break work into clear execution phases and milestones
0 Maintain fast feedback loops and async communication
0 Focus on clarity, predictability, and ownership
0 Balance speed with long-term scalability
Why Clients Work With Me
0 300K+ earnings and 11,000+ hours on Upwork
0 Long-term engagements with repeat clients
0 Ability to think like an architect and execute like a senior engineer
0 Strong ownership mindset. Minimal hand-holding required
0 Experience across startups and enterprise systems
Tech Stack (Selective, Not Exhaustive)
0 Frontend: React, Next.js, Angular, TypeScript
0 Backend: Node.js, Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL
0 Cloud: AWS, GCP, Docker, CI/CD pipelines
0 Infra: Terraform, Kubernetes (active use & learning)
Engagement Models
I typically work in one of the following ways:
🔹 Fractional CTO (Monthly)
Ongoing technical leadership, architecture, and execution oversight
🔹 MVP Build (Fixed Scope)
End-to-end product build from idea to production
🔹 Technical Audit / Architecture Review
Identify risks, gaps, and scalability issues in existing systems
If you’re looking for someone who can own the technical direction, build the system, and ensure it scales, we should talk.
I work best with teams that value clarity, speed, and long-term thinking.
Steps for completing your project
After purchasing the project, send requirements so Narendranadh can start the project.
Delivery time starts when Narendranadh receives requirements from you.
Narendranadh works on your project following the steps below.
Revisions may occur after the delivery date.
Infrastructure & Workflow Review
Understand your current setup, deployment process, and challenges.
Understand your current setup, deployment process, and challenges.
Identify inefficiencies in CI/CD, deployment, monitoring, and reliability.