29/06/2025
Vacancy Announcement Cloud Systems
Position Title: OSI (Open Systems Interconnection model) Level 6. Software & Datacentre Support Engineer
Location: Kathmandu, Nepal (with flexible remote and International options)
Offered Salary: Starting from NPR 100,000+ per month (negotiable based on experience)
About MeroNetwork
MeroNetwork is Nepal’s leading enterprise solutions provider, specializing in cloud-based ERP, hospitality management platforms, and high-availability datacentre infrastructure. We serve clients including renowned hotels, colleges, and enterprises across Nepal and abroad.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Software & Datacentre Support Engineer with proven expertise in:
✅ Tuning and administering Nginx and Apache 2+ web servers for high-traffic applications
✅ Performance optimization and advanced troubleshooting of PostgreSQL and Oracle databases
✅ Application layer performance tuning based on the 7-layer OSI model (with emphasis on Layer 7 - Application Layer)
✅ Supporting mission-critical deployments in a datacentre environment
This role combines hands-on systems engineering with proactive performance optimization, ensuring our SaaS and cloud products remain robust, secure, and performant.
Key Responsibilities
Web Server Management:
Configure, maintain, and optimize Nginx for high availability and load balancing
Implement caching strategies, SSL/TLS hardening, and security best practices
Database Optimization:
Tune PostgreSQL configurations (shared buffers, work_mem, vacuum strategies)
Manage and optimize Oracle instances (indexes, tablespaces, query plans)
Proactively monitor performance bottlenecks
Application Layer Tuning:
Analyze traffic and performance at Layer 7 of the OSI model
Optimize API endpoints and middleware throughput
Reduce latency and improve response times
Systems Support & Troubleshooting:
Respond to escalated incidents impacting production systems
Develop automation scripts and monitoring dashboards
Collaboration & Documentation:
Work closely with software engineering and infrastructure teams
Maintain clear operational documentation and playbooks
Requirements
Must-Have Skills:
3+ years hands-on experience with Nginx administration in production
Solid experience in PostgreSQL and Oracle tuning and maintenance
Proficiency in Linux systems administration (Ubuntu/CentOS)
Familiarity with the 7-layer OSI model, especially Application Layer performance concepts
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
Preferred:
Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
Scripting in Bash/Python
Benefits
✅ Competitive salary starting NPR 100,000+ per month (commensurate with experience)
✅ Flexible working hours and partial remote work options
✅ Annual performance bonuses
✅ Continuous learning and certification support
✅ Opportunity to work on large-scale, enterprise-grade platforms
How to Apply
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
📧 Email your CV and a short cover letter highlighting relevant experience to:
[email protected]
Subject: Application - Software & Datacentre Support Engineer