DevOps Engineer, Senior

About the Company Qvest Digital AG is a software company specializing in high-quality, secure, and innovative digital solutions for business customers. Since 1996, Qvest Digital has developed future-ready software solutions with a strong focus on agile working, technical excellence, security, and innovation. With more than 200 employees across Bonn and Berlin, Qvest Digital works on a diverse portfolio of customer projects, providing employees with opportunities to contribute to technically challenging environments and shape solutions with real impact. About the Role Qvest Digital AG is looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Expert (m/w/d) to join its agile project teams. You will be responsible for the runtime infrastructure, cloud environments, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Kubernetes, containers, and CI/CD automation supporting modern software solutions. The role combines hands-on technical expertise with technical leadership, customer consulting, project setup, and continuous improvement. The position is primarily remote, with the option to work from Qvest Digital's offices in Bonn or Berlin. Key Responsibilities Manage runtime environments using Infrastructure as Code, containers, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, and GCP.Design, implement, operate, and monitor professional DevOps environments.Automate software development processes through CI/CD pipelines and build automation.Work with technologies including Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, and Helm.Take a technical leadership role within agile project teams.Coordinate technical topics with internal teams, customers, stakeholders, and other project participants.Identify technical and organizational improvement opportunities and proactively recommend solutions.Take ownership of the technical setup of newly launched projects.Clarify technical requirements, establish communication channels, and create the foundation for successful project execution.Support customers during the Presales phase by defining project parameters and preparing tailored technical proposals.Contribute to continuous operational improvements and reliable software delivery.Mentor colleagues and share DevOps expertise across the team and with customers.Benefits & Perks 12 days of professional development and training30 days of annual vacationUp to 6 months of working from another EU countryFlexible working hoursRemote work opportunitiesPart-time options and sabbaticalsFamily-friendly working environmentHealth and wellness programsModern officesIndividual hardwareJobRad bicycle leasingJobticketCompany and team eventsSocial responsibility initiativesStrong opportunities for professional and personal developmentAgile and collaborative working cultureBasic Qualifications Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a comparable DevOps role.Strong practical DevOps expertise.Solid experience with at least one major cloud provider: AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).Advanced experience with CI/CD, including GitHub Actions or GitLab CI.Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) technologies such as Terraform, Helm, and Ansible.Deep understanding of agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and scaled agile frameworks.Ability to take technical responsibility and work independently.Strong mentoring and team leadership capabilities.Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.Customer-oriented mindset with the ability to identify and proactively address customer needs.Ability to quickly understand new customer environments and industries.Strong interest in shaping and developing your own area of responsibility.C1-level German and English language skills.Willingness to travel occasionally.Preferred Qualifications Active involvement in the technology community through conferences, meetups, technical articles, or Open Source projects.Experience delivering workshops, technical presentations, or coaching sessions.Professional cloud certification in AWS, Azure, or GCP.Experience with modern cloud-native architectures and Kubernetes-based environments.Experience taking technical leadership responsibilities in complex customer projects.Strong interest in knowledge sharing and continuous technology development.Equal Opportunity Statement Qvest Digital AG values diversity and welcomes applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The company evaluates candidates based on their experience, skills, and qualifications. A cover letter and photograph are not required, and applicants may also submit their application anonymously. Qvest Digital is committed to handling applicant information confidentially and processing personal data in accordance with applicable GDPR (DSGVO) and German data-protection requirements.