Team Lead, Microsoft Azure & Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure

Reference ID: 43184 Are you interested in high-quality, natural, and tasty nutrition? We are! It’s our ambition to shape the future of nutrition. Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries. We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand. Close to 10.000 dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us. We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE. As Team Lead Microsoft Azure & Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure (m/f/d) at our Darmstadt headquarters, you will take ownership of the reliable, secure, and scalable operation of our modern hybrid cloud infrastructure. Your role will focus on the operation, further development, and standardization of Microsoft Azure, hybrid cloud architectures, and the seamless integration of our on-premises data centers into a future-ready hybrid operating model. You will ensure that our Azure and data center environments are run in a stable, secure, automated, and cost-efficient way. In this role, you will combine technological excellence with strong leadership, a service-oriented mindset, and a clear focus on governance, security, and operational efficiency. Your Responsibilities Ensure the stable, secure, and scalable operation of our Microsoft Azure, hybrid cloud, and connected on-premises environmentsFurther develop our Azure platform strategy in close collaboration with IT Architecture, IT Security, and relevant stakeholdersManage and optimize core Azure services, including Landing Zones, networking, identity and access management, governance, and monitoringEnsure the seamless integration of Azure with on-premises infrastructure, particularly across networking, security, backup, and operational processesEstablish and evolve standards for governance, security controls, automation, and FinOps, for example through Infrastructure as Code, self-service models, and standardized platform blueprintsPlan and coordinate patching, lifecycle, and modernization initiatives for cloud and data center servicesFurther develop an effective operating model for hybrid environments, including monitoring, incident, change, and availability managementEnsure robust backup, restore, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities for cloud and on-premises workloadsLead and develop the team both functionally and disciplinarily, while overseeing external partners, resources, budgets, and service quality Your profile Several years of experience in a leadership role within Microsoft Azure, Cloud Operations, Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, or IT infrastructure operationsStrong expertise in operating and further developing Microsoft Azure platforms and hybrid cloud operating modelsSolid experience with key Azure domains, including Landing Zones, governance, networking, identity management, security, monitoring, and FinOpsGood understanding of the integration of Azure with on-premises infrastructures, particularly across networking, Active Directory / Entra ID, backup, monitoring, and securityExperience in operating data center and platform services, including compute, storage, virtualization, networking, backup, disaster recovery, and high availabilityPractical experience with ITSM processes, such as incident, problem, change, capacity, and availability management, ideally in line with ITIL-based standardsExperience with automation and Infrastructure as Code, for example using Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates, PowerShell, or similar technologiesGood understanding of cloud security, compliance, governance, cost optimization, and operational risk mitigation in hybrid environmentsStrong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, as well as experience in managing external service providersVery good German and English language skills, combined with a degree in computer science, business informatics, or a comparable qualification Your Benefits Culture: Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned company, flat hierarchies, short communication channels, and helpful colleaguesImpact: You are an integral part of our business success and make an important contribution to the future of nutritionEmpowerment: You can fully unleash your potential and have the opportunity to take on responsibilitiesDigitalization: We maintain excellent partnerships with market-leading innovators, allowing you to access and work with state-of-the-art technologiesAnniversary and special paymentsEmployee referral bonusesAdditional benefits: Christmas parties, events, financial benefits, and online shop discounts (e.g., IT leasing, mobile phone contracts, shopping, and travel discounts, etc.)Welcome@Döhler: Onboarding event for all new colleagues, as well as several weeks of individual training Döhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programsFood is taken care of: On-site cafeteria with regional and varied cuisine and complimentary drinks Stay fit: Take advantage of local sports offerings at reduced prices Mobility: Subsidized Germany ticket or JobRad Insurance benefits such as company pension plans and accident insurance Global growth trajectory: Challenging and internationally oriented work at our headquarters in Darmstadt Attractive location in Darmstadt: Easily accessible by train, bus, on foot, or by car (free parking) Equal opportunities for all We welcome applicants, who are just as diverse as we are - regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Become a part of our team and apply online through our career portal to the attention of Alessia Salerno. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by mail.