Hi, I'm Devis Arapi - Back End Developer / DevOps at PaperClicks
I am deeply driven by the challenge of building invisible, high-performance systems that keep the digital world running. I thrive in fast-paced environments where I can untangle complex infrastructure puzzles.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Developed robust back-end systems and streamlined DevOps infrastructure during a high-growth tenure at PaperClicks.
Engineered scalable cloud architectures and automated deployment pipelines to enhance operational efficiency for modern web applications.
Provides deep technical mentorship on optimizing server-side performance and building reliable CI/CD workflows for growing engineering teams.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation Building
Started as a full-stack developer in Tirana, mastering the essentials of modern web stacks and early-stage application logic.
✦ Full-Stack
✦ Tirana Tech
Infrastructure Evolution
Transitioned into specialized DevOps and backend roles, shifting focus toward containerization and infrastructure as code.
✦ DevOps
✦ Kubernetes
High-Impact Specialization
Scaled impact by joining a global leader in AI, focusing on the intersection of infrastructure reliability and generative models.
✦ DeepMind
✦ Applied AI
💪🏻 Superpowers
Cloud-Native Architect
Mastery of scalable infrastructure and automation
✦ Architects resilient environments using Kubernetes, Terraform, and GitOps.
✦ Reduces deployment friction through advanced CI/CD pipeline orchestration.
✦ Optimizes on-premise and cloud hybrid systems for peak performance.
Generative AI Operator
Applying cutting-edge machine learning at scale
✦ Bridges the gap between raw research models and production-grade applications.
✦ Engineers robust pipelines to support high-compute AI workloads.
✦ Integrates generative frameworks with scalable backend microservices.
Systemic Problem Solver
Deep diagnostics and recovery expertise
✦ Diagnoses complex Linux system administration bottlenecks with precision.
✦ Uses Bash and scripting to automate critical incident remediation.
✦ Maintains visibility and monitoring rigor via Grafana observability stacks.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring advanced patterns for deploying massive-scale AI systems.
✦ Collaborating with industry pioneers to solve complex cloud engineering challenges.
✦ Finding new ways to contribute to open-source infrastructure projects.
I can help with
✦ Advising on Kubernetes cluster optimization and IaC best practices.
✦ Mentoring junior engineers on shifting from standard web dev to DevOps.
✦ Troubleshooting complex backend microservice bottlenecks.
I would love your help on
✦ Learning about emerging trends in cloud-native security and compliance.
✦ Connecting with experts in high-performance computing and distributed systems.
✦ Seeking guidance on bridging the gap between research models and production.