DevOps Engineer

About The Company The Stiftung Kirchliches Rechenzentrum Südwestdeutschland is a renowned organization dedicated to providing innovative IT solutions and services to support the digital transformation of its clients. With a focus on stability, security, and technological excellence, the organization serves a diverse range of stakeholders within the church community and related institutions. Committed to fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, the Stiftung emphasizes continuous improvement, employee development, and a culture of open communication. Its modern infrastructure, combined with a strong ethical foundation, positions it as a leader in delivering reliable and scalable IT services tailored to the unique needs of its community. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping and maintaining our infrastructure, ensuring the reliable operation of our Python-based applications and containerized environments. Your primary responsibility will be to automate and optimize our infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, with a focus on Ansible. You will collaborate closely with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines, monitor system health, and implement scalable solutions. The ideal candidate will have a passion for automation, a solid understanding of Linux environments, and practical experience with container management and orchestration tools. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a flexible, innovative environment that values technical expertise and proactive problem-solving. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a relevant IT qualification, such as an IT-related degree or vocational training, complemented by substantial professional experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), or Linux system engineering. Proven expertise in automating infrastructure with Ansible or similar tools is essential. Strong proficiency in Linux operating systems, scripting languages such as Bash and Python, and containerization technologies like Docker and Docker-Compose is required. Experience with CI/CD pipeline development, preferably with GitLab CI, is highly desirable. Knowledge of ITSM tools such as Jira or ServiceNow, as well as familiarity with container orchestration systems like Nomad, will be considered advantageous. A proactive mindset, excellent communication skills, and a team-oriented approach are critical for success in this role. Responsibilities As a DevOps Engineer, your key responsibilities will include: Driving automation initiatives through Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate configuration management and deployment processes for virtual Linux systems using Ansible to ensure consistency and efficiency.Providing IT support and managing service requests: Act as a central point for technical inquiries, handling and resolving tickets at 2nd and 3rd levels via ITSM tools such as Jira and ServiceNow.Managing containerized environments: Oversee the operation of Docker and Docker-Compose deployments for static applications and utilize Nomad for more dynamic service orchestration.Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines: Build and optimize GitLab CI/CD workflows to support the deployment and operation of Python applications (FastAPI, Airflow) and Vue.js frontends.Monitoring system health and stability: Administer Linux servers, utilize Prometheus, Grafana, and Greylog to monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and ensure high availability.Supporting process integration: Assist in managing Docker-based applications such as KIDICAP and collaborate with database teams working with Oracle and PostgreSQL to ensure seamless data operations. Benefits Joining our team offers numerous benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being: Flexible working arrangements including up to three days of remote work per week and flexible working hours.Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training opportunities, including an annual budget for courses and certifications to enhance your skillset.Secure employment with a permanent contract, 30 days of paid vacation, and additional paid days off during Christmas, New Year, your birthday, and a half-day on Gründonnerstag.Competitive salary based on TVöD Bund, supplemented with Christmas bonuses, performance bonuses, and meal allowances.Additional social benefits such as a company pension scheme, asset-building options, bike leasing, and free parking—including EV charging stations.State-of-the-art technology and workstations to ensure efficient and frustration-free work processes.A vibrant team culture with regular events like barbecues, company outings, summer parties, and holiday celebrations fostering community and engagement.Health promotion programs, preventive health check-ups, sports activities, and initiatives aimed at maintaining your overall well-being. Equal Opportunity The Stiftung Kirchliches Rechenzentrum Südwestdeutschland is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value equal opportunities regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or background. We believe that diverse teams foster innovation and excellence, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are eager to contribute to our mission and values.