Cloud Engineer
<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <strong>About The Company<br/><br/></strong>Schwarz Digits is at the forefront of establishing the technological foundation for digital decision-making across Europe. As the IT and Digital division of the Schwarz Group, we develop and oversee the IT infrastructures for retail segments such as Lidl and Kaufland, as well as Schwarz Produktion and PreZero. In addition to supporting internal operations, we operate as an independent provider in the external market, assisting companies throughout Europe in their digital transformation journeys. Our core competencies encompass Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data & AI, Communication, and Workspace solutions. Our mission is to enable organizations to harness the power of digital technologies to make informed and autonomous decisions, fostering innovation and efficiency across industries.<br/><br/><strong>About The Role<br/><br/></strong>We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Native Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of a Kubernetes platform bootstrapping tool. This role involves designing, implementing, and operating a scalable and secure platform that simplifies Kubernetes workload management for diverse users. You will work at the intersection of agility and security, leveraging modern DevOps practices, Infrastructure as Code, and open-source technologies to build a robust framework. Your expertise will help empower internal teams and external clients to deploy and manage Kubernetes environments efficiently, fostering a vibrant InnerSource community. Additionally, you will play a key role in automating processes, establishing best practices, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and open collaboration.<br/><br/><strong>Qualifications<br/><br/></strong>The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Kubernetes platforms, with a strong command of Cloud-Native technologies such as Terraform, Helm, and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with additional CNCF landscape tools, such as OpenTofu, Kustomize, and Backstage, is highly desirable. You should have a solid background in Infrastructure as Code and templating tools, along with software development skills, preferably in Go, with a portfolio of relevant projects or experience. Profound IT knowledge, including cloud providers, cloud networking, and Linux systems, is essential. A passion for open-source projects and community building is a plus, demonstrating your commitment to collaborative development and knowledge sharing. The role requires excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive attitude towards learning new technologies.<br/><br/><strong>Responsibilities<br/><br/></strong><ul><li>Actively participate in the development of a Kubernetes platform bootstrapping tool that facilitates platform engineering, including CI/CD pipelines, observability, secrets management, security, and certificate handling.</li><li>Define and promote best practices for Kubernetes workload management, ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient operations for internal and external users.</li><li>Support users across various use cases by providing a flexible and user-friendly infrastructure management framework.</li><li>Lead efforts to cultivate an active InnerSource culture within the organization, preparing the framework for open-source release, and establishing a community around it.</li><li>Automate technical processes, design scalable deployment architectures, and ensure high-quality standards through comprehensive testing, code reviews, and detailed documentation.</li><li>Contribute to critical areas such as Policy-as-Code, Vulnerability Management, Observability, and Application Management to enhance platform security and performance.</li><li>Provide hands-on support, conduct workshops, and share expertise with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate adoption and effective implementation of the bootstrapping framework.</li><li>Foster a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement, innovation, and active community engagement.<br/><br/></li></ul><strong>Benefits<br/><br/></strong>Joining Schwarz Digits offers the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of cloud-native technology within a dynamic and innovative environment. We provide competitive compensation packages, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth. You will benefit from a collaborative culture that values knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and personal development. Our projects enable you to have a tangible impact on digital transformation initiatives across Europe, working alongside talented professionals committed to excellence. Additionally, you will gain exposure to a broad spectrum of modern technologies, tools, and methodologies, enhancing your expertise and career trajectory.<br/><br/>Equal Opportunity<br/><br/>Schwarz Digits is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that a variety of perspectives and experiences enrich our team and drive innovation. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and join us in shaping the future of digital transformation in Europe.<br/><br/> </div>