DevOps Engineer

About The Company The Thüringer Aufbaubank Anstalt des öffentlichen Rechts is a prominent development bank committed to fostering sustainable economic growth and regional development in Thuringia. Located in Erfurt, the bank employs over 500 dedicated professionals who work collaboratively to support public and private sector projects across various sectors. Their mission is to provide innovative financial solutions, promote infrastructure development, and facilitate economic stability within the region. The bank prides itself on its commitment to social responsibility, transparency, and excellence in service delivery, making it a vital partner for the growth and prosperity of Thuringia. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer (m/w/d) to join our dynamic IT team at Thüringer Aufbaubank. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing and enhancing our web-based applications and infrastructure. Your primary focus will be on automating deployment processes, optimizing continuous integration and delivery pipelines, and ensuring the stability and security of our web applications. As a key member of the development team, you will collaborate closely with software developers and system administrators to streamline workflows, reduce deployment times, and improve overall system reliability. Your expertise will help us maintain a resilient, scalable, and efficient IT environment that supports our organizational goals and service commitments. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable field, complemented by extensive professional experience in DevOps practices. Proficiency with CI/CD tools such as GitLab and GitLab CI, along with automation frameworks like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef, is essential. Experience with Java-based web applications, Nginx configuration, and relational databases including Oracle and PostgreSQL is highly advantageous. Candidates should be comfortable working in Linux environments and familiar with container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python and Bash, along with monitoring and logging tools like CheckMK and Splunk, will be considered a strong asset. A proactive attitude, excellent communication skills in German and English, and a willingness to learn new technologies are vital for success in this role. Responsibilities Manage and develop our existing infrastructure, implementing DevOps automation strategies and Infrastructure-as-Code principles to improve system efficiency and scalability.Oversee and enhance Continuous Delivery pipelines for web applications, maintaining and evolving GitLab-CI pipelines and deployment procedures.Collaborate with software developers to facilitate rapid, reliable deployment cycles, reducing turnaround times from development to production.Monitor the operational health of web applications, ensuring high availability and performance, while supporting patch management and vulnerability mitigation processes.Assist in configuring and maintaining web servers, load balancers, and databases, ensuring optimal performance and security.Implement and maintain monitoring and logging solutions to proactively identify and resolve issues.Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices, proactively integrating relevant innovations into our infrastructure. Benefits Flexible working hours supported by a Gleitzeit model and options for hybrid work arrangements.Targeted training and professional development opportunities tailored to individual career paths.Participation in the company's pension scheme to secure your future.Competitive salary aligned with the tariff agreement for the public banking sector, including 13th-month salary and 30 days of vacation annually.Workweek of 38 hours, promoting work-life balance.Access to company-sponsored sports groups and health information days to promote well-being.Opportunity to use Job-Rad (company bicycle) for commuting.Availability of childcare facilities, including own crèche and kindergarten places.Excellent accessibility via the city train network.Subsidized meals in the company restaurant.Potential for full-time or part-time employment, with flexible scheduling based on organizational needs. Equal Opportunity Thüringer Aufbaubank Anstalt des öffentlichen Rechts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, or nationality. Our goal is to create a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our mission. We believe that diversity enhances innovation and drives our continued success.