About the role
About The Company KNDS Deutschland is a leading system house specializing in the development, manufacturing, and support of a diverse product portfolio tailored for military applications. Our offerings include combat tanks, highly protected wheeled vehicles, artillery systems, military bridges, customer service solutions, and training modules. As a part of the KNDS Group, we are at the forefront of consolidating Europe's land systems industry, driving innovative and complex projects within a collaborative environment. Our team values innovation, tradition, and extensive experience, fostering a workplace where employees in development, manufacturing, and administration thrive. We are committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions while maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining CI/CD build pipelines for our simulation software across multiple generations. Your expertise will be pivotal in developing and optimizing our proprietary monitoring tools to ensure the smooth operation of simulation systems. You will actively lead the implementation and enhancement of virtualization and automation solutions, ensuring high availability and continuous development of internal IT systems and tools. The position involves defining system requirements, developing architectures and designs, and ensuring platform scalability and stability. Additionally, you may have the opportunity to lead a team of 7 to 9 professionals, fostering their development through mentoring and performance management. You will also coordinate cross-departmental collaboration, oversee quality assurance, and ensure timely delivery of projects. Your role is critical in maintaining the operational excellence and technological advancement of our simulation infrastructure.
Qualifications
- Successfully completed a degree in a natural sciences field or an equivalent qualification
- Extensive experience in DevOps, CI/CD, virtualization, and IT system/server administration
- Proficiency in automating system installations, configurations, software deployment, and monitoring
- Deep understanding of DevOps processes and experience in process optimization
- Knowledge of technical architecture standards, system and software architecture of complex IT or simulation systems
- Proficient in GitLab, Artifactory, Docker, Jenkins, Hyper-V, VMware, Windows, and Linux environments
- Skills in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, and experience with Grafana
- Self-motivated with excellent communication, conflict resolution, time management, and assertiveness skills
- Fluent in German and English, with willingness to undertake national and international travel
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for simulation software spanning multiple generations
- Continuously develop and optimize proprietary monitoring tools for simulation systems
- Lead the introduction and enhancement of virtualization and automation solutions
- Ensure the smooth operation, availability, and ongoing development of internal IT systems and tools
- Define system requirements, develop architectures, and ensure platform scalability and stability
- Potentially lead and mentor a team of 7 to 9 employees, fostering their professional growth
- Plan, facilitate, and review sprint planning and sprint reviews to meet project goals
- Coordinate collaboration between departments, oversee quality, and ensure timely project execution
Benefits
- Secure employment with a reputable employer
- Attractive compensation aligned with IG-Metall tariff agreements
- Kita (childcare) subsidy
- Christmas and vacation bonuses
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- 30 days of annual leave
- Employee parking facilities
- Bike leasing options
- Access to fitness and health programs
- Company pension scheme
- On-site cafeteria
- Flexible working hours (flextime)
- Subsidy for the Deutschlandticket public transport pass
- On-site medical services (company doctor)
- Corporate benefits program
Equal Opportunity
KNDS Deutschland is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, or background. We encourage applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering a workplace that promotes equal opportunities and professional growth.
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