DevOps engineer

As an innovation driver in the energy sector, 50Hertz is advancing the integration of renewable energies. The extensive expansion of the grid cannot be achieved without providing IT infrastructure and networks. As part of an international IT infrastructure team, I can make a significant contribution. In my role as DevOps Engineer – On-Premise Infrastructure Automation, I independently drive knowledge transfer in the field of automation technologies.

• Further develop and standardize the GitOps-based infrastructure approach, and define and implement cross-functional automation standards, architectural principles, and a unified operating model
• Develop, operate, and continuously optimize central automation platforms and frameworks based on GitLab, Ansible, Automation Platform (AAP), Python, and Terraform in terms of security, scalability, stability, availability, and user-friendliness
• Advise, coach, and provide operational support to infrastructure domains as they introduce automated operating processes and develop playbooks, roles, modules, and automation solutions
• Integrate automation processes into existing IT service management and operating processes
• Evaluate new technologies, methods, and industry trends in infrastructure automation and platform engineering
• Further develop the automation strategy for virtualization, storage, operating systems, Active Directory, Citrix, and other infrastructure platforms
• Support the analysis and resolution of complex incidents within the automation platforms as part of 3rd-level support

• Completed university degree or vocational training in computer science or a comparable field, and several years of professional experience in a comparable position, for example as a system engineer or system administrator
• Several years of experience automating complex enterprise infrastructures and building and operating central automation platforms
• In-depth knowledge of modern Infrastructure as Code, GitOps, and DevOps concepts, as well as practical experience with GitLab, Ansible, Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP), Python, and Terraform
• Good knowledge of several infrastructure domains such as VMware, Linux, Windows Server, Active Directory, Citrix, or NetApp
• Experience with API-based integrations and modern infrastructure frameworks
• Experience developing, standardizing, and documenting technical platforms and processes while taking security, compliance, and governance requirements into account
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Language skills: Very good German (B2/C1) and good English (B1)
• Будет плюсом: Relevant certifications, such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) in DevOps, can be an advantage

• Working hours: 37 hours per week (full-time)
• Flexible working hours with a long-term time account to support work-life balance
• There is no limit to the number of flex days
• No core working hours
• Remote work (partly from home) is possible.