Henrik Jess
Solutions Architect
DevOps
Developer
About Me
Coder, Critical Thinker, DevOps, Solutions Architect
I am Henrik @ i80.dk
Senior DevOps Engineer with 30+ years of Linux/Unix expertise, specializing in Azure-to-Kubernetes migrations and Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, Terraform, Python). Proven track record in containerization, CI/CD automation, and cloud-native platform architecture.
Background in electrical engineering and industrial systems brings systematic troubleshooting and LEAN methodology to DevOps practices. Align cross-functional teams spanning engineering, compliance, security, and business stakeholders to deliver observable, secure, and scalable platforms.
Active open-source contributor (RefactorMCP). Operate enterprise-grade self-hosted infrastructure since 1994, managing 10+ production services including DNS, email, multi-database environments, container orchestration with service mesh, private container registry, and Git hosting.
- Age42
- ResidenceDenmark
- Address4773 Stensved
- e-mailhenrik@i80.dk
- Phone+45 60 21 44 17
- FreelanceAvailable
Services
DevOps Tooling
DevOps tools is an umbrella term that includes all the platforms, tools, servers, and other applications used in a relatively new software.
Developer
If you can't tell, I'm a bit of a programming nerd. I love Python, but I also know my way around C/C++ and Java. Basically, I'm versatile and can do just about anything when it comes to coding in a Linux environment.
Compliance & Security
Collaborating with product, security, and compliance stakeholders on GDPR, ISMS groundwork, and operational resilience initiatives. Implementing governance guardrails and security best practices across cloud platforms.
Cloud / Server Adminstration
I love servers! - I have serval, running them is still fun. Servers are the life blood of modern business. But managing them can be a daunting task.
Who am i
Senior DevOps Engineer with 30+ years of Linux/Unix expertise, specializing in Azure-to-Kubernetes migrations and Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, Terraform, Python). Proven track record in containerization, CI/CD automation, and cloud-native platform architecture.
Background in electrical engineering and industrial systems (FLSmidth - Qatar, Egypt, Nigeria deployments) brings systematic troubleshooting and LEAN methodology to DevOps practices. I align cross-functional teams spanning engineering, compliance, security, and business stakeholders to deliver observable, secure, and scalable platforms.
Leading transitions from Azure Web Apps to Kubernetes platforms, including container build standards, deployment pipelines, and staged migration plans. Design reusable Bicep modules and Python tooling to automate provisioning, monitoring, and governance guardrails across environments.
Active open-source contributor (RefactorMCP - 90% token cost reduction for Python analysis). Operating enterprise-grade self-hosted infrastructure since 1994, managing 10+ production services across multiple hosts including DNS, email, multi-database environments, container orchestration with service mesh, private container registry, Git hosting, secrets management, and ERP systems.
Core competencies: Python, Bash, JavaScript, Go | Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Argo CD, Nomad, Traefik | Bicep, Terraform, Ansible, Chef | GitLab, GitHub, Jenkins | Monitoring & FinOps
Fun Facts
Happy Projects
324Working Hours
+50/wAwards Won
12including some "Best dad"Coffee Consumed
621 L Yearly - and yes, I have a fairly big coffe intakeResume
Years of Experience
Education
2011
Degreee in Computer Engineering
EASJ NæstvedProgramming: Programming languages, program quality, software architecture, algorithms, data structures and databases
System development: Analysis, development method, software design, project work, IT tools and quality assurance
Technology: Operating systems, security, distributed systems, networks, databases and technology development
The company: Organizational and business understanding, IT development and IT security
2005
Electrical Engineering
University of StudiesInstallations and installations: Design, consulting, execution and operation of electrical installations and installations. Implement intelligent solutions for buildings
Corporate management and project management: Project management and contract management, organization and management, business understanding and quality, safety and the environment as well as communication and dissemination techniques.
Technique and documentation:Electro technical theory as well as mathematics. Useing digital tools for design, documentation and quality assurance of installations and facilities.
Experience
2024 - Present
Senior DevOps Engineer
Lindhardt og Ringhof Uddannelse (LRU)Leading the transition from Azure Web Apps to Kubernetes platforms, including container build standards, deployment pipelines, and staged migration plans. Designing reusable Bicep modules and Python tooling to automate provisioning, monitoring, and governance guardrails across environments.
Collaborating with product, security, and compliance stakeholders on GDPR, ISMS groundwork, and operational resilience initiatives.
2023 - 2024
DevOps Specialist / Kubernetes
EvryOne Group ApSProvided Azure Cloud and AWS infrastructure using Terraform, Argo CD, Docker Swarm, and cost optimization practices while aligning developers and management on compliance needs.
Created streamlined CI/CD workflows and custom Docker images to deliver consistent environments, and guided migrations from hosted solutions to Azure Cloud and AWS production platforms. Responsibilities covered containerisation, automation, and cloud migration to enhance efficiency and scalability.
2022 - 2023
DevOps Tech Lead / Solutions Architect
Ordrestyring.dk ApSProviding infrastructure solution based on the Azure Cloud platform, particularly in transitioning from on-premises environments to cloud-based solutions. Trying to ensure that the solution aligns with organizational goals
Leveraging GitLab and developing custom tooling, contributing to creating efficient and consistent environments for various stages of the software development life cycle (CI/CD).
Specialize in custom building Docker images for CI/CD use cases and optimizing GitLab solutions. Developing infrastructure to support Docker setups and hosting. Additionally, Infrastructure in Azure using Infrastructure as Code (IoC) principles and migrate barebone hosted solutions to Azure Cloud for production environments. Responsibilities encompass the end-to-end process of containerization, automation, and cloud migration to enhance efficiency and scalability.
2020 - 2022
DevOps / Operations / Solutions Architect
Hobbii ASIdentify functionality gaps and develop solutions to them with other teams. Providing infrastructure solutions based on amazon web services(AWS) in a fast-paced, challenging, innovative company.
Balance needs throughout the software development life cycle, from coding and deployment to maintenance and updates. Unification and automation of processes, combining code, application maintenance, and application management. Working with GitLab to manage source code repositories and developing tooling for staging, development, and runtime setup.
Involve in building and configuring Debian-based Linux servers, and setting up Amazon instances/cloud solutions.
Research, endorse, and implement network enhancements, improving system reliability and performance for retail systems.
2019-2020
ERP Specialist / Imlementation Consultent / DevOps
VK-DataManage multiple clients and identifying client issues. Business analysis and process design into Odoo system configuration and development, understanding client requirements. Data migration from existing solutions.
In conjunction with external devolpment team, defining testing scenarios, project planing. Development of end-user documentation and training material to support clients with the execution of Odoo Implementation. Setup Odoo financials, supply chain, manufacturing, CRM modules (and more), and handle projects issues
2017-2019
Software Engineer - DevOps / ERP
ASERGO ScandinaviaERP Integration, Business logic implementation. Developed, implemented, and rolled out a new ERP system on project needs (Odoo).
Setting up staging environments, for testing and development. Developing DevOps tools for the local repository (GitLab), code commit, remote repository. Automated Continuous Delivery and Continuous Deployment solutions.
2016-2017
Software Engineer - DevOp / Lead Dev.
eResponseQ&A operations, Quality control and people project management. Implementation of various internet-based applications. Expert in a variety of platforms, languages, and embedded systems - designer, developer, and tester.
Core Programming
Python
Bash / Shell Scripting
JavaScript & HTML/CSS
Go (Golang)
YAML / JSON / IaC DSLs
Cloud & Infrastructure
Azure Cloud Platform
AWS Cloud Platform
Kubernetes & Container Orchestration
Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, Terraform)
CI/CD & GitOps (Argo CD, GitLab)
Tools & Technologies
Container & Orchestration
Docker, Kubernetes, Argo CD, Nomad, Traefik, Consul
Infrastructure as Code
Bicep, Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Azure Resource Manager
Monitoring & Observability
Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, New Relic, Pingdom, Nagios
Web Frameworks & Applications
Django, Flask, FastAPI, Wagtail, Odoo (ERP)
Databases & Storage
PostgreSQL, MariaDB, Redis, SQLite, Azure SQL, NFS
Linux/Unix Systems (30+ years)
Debian, Ubuntu, Arch, RedHat, CentOS, FreeBSD, OpenBSD, Solaris
DevOps Methodology
LEAN, Agile, Object-Oriented Design, ISMS/GDPR Compliance
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