Job Description
As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and optimizing infrastructure and automating software deployments for our projects and clients. You will work closely with development teams to build efficient CI/CD processes, manage infrastructures, and ensure the scalability of our applications. You bring not only deep technical expertise but also a strong understanding of operational workflows and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions or Jenkins)
- Manage and improve containerized environments using Docker, Kubernetes and Helm
- Operate and optimize cloud infrastructures (AWS, Google Cloud), including automation and scaling
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code solutions for efficient deployment (Ansible, Terraform, AWS CDK)
- Script and automate processes using Bash, with potential use of PHP, Java, Python, Ruby, Go, or other languages
- Ensure security, compliance, and performance standards within the DevOps environment
- Collaborate with development teams to enhance deployment processes and system architecture
- Communicate directly with customers for requirements analysis, technical consulting, and solution implementation
- Support the introduction of new technologies and best practices in the DevOps field
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in DevOps or SRE roles with a strong focus on automation and cloud infrastructure
- Extensive knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker and Helm
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and their services
- Proficiency in CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD
- Strong scripting skills in Bash
- Experience in customer-facing roles, including consulting and support
- Familiarity with modern observability and monitoring solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)
- Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and a structured work approach
- Strong communication skills in German (C1 and above) and English
Additional Information
Nice to Have
- Previous experience as a software developer with expertise in one or more languages: Java, Ruby, Python, PHP, etc.
- Knowledge of security best practices in DevOps environments
- Experience with service mesh technologies such as Istio or Linkerd
- Understanding of serverless architectures and modern infrastructure paradigms
Our diversity makes us stronger - it drives meaningful change and enables us to build innovative technology solutions. We are committed to creating an inclusive community where all of us, regardless of background, identity, or personal characteristics, feels valued, respected, and free from discrimination. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals and base hiring decisions on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential.
