DevOps & Systems Engineer

Sword Services Greece is an IT Services and Software Solutions provider company, driving EU Institutions and Global Leaders in their Digital & IT transformation. As part of the Sword Services Greece team, you'll leverage your expert IT competency to drive critical projects, ensuring rapid, precise delivery that consistently meets, and often exceeds, the expectations of our global clients. About the role... We are currently seeking to recruit a high-caliber, energetic individual to join our team in Greece as a DevOps SysAdmin Engineer. The successful candidate will work in a multinational environment, on a multitude of tasks supporting our client's core business in large International Information Systems. The company is offering an optimum career advancement opportunity for the successful candidate who should combine a relevant educational and professional background with enthusiasm and eagerness. What you will do... Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated software delivery.Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management processes.Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure high availability, scalability, performance, and security of systems and environments.Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive improvements.Configure and maintain security hardening controls and remediate infrastructure and application vulnerabilities.Administer and maintain Linux-based virtual infrastructure, databases, and application servers, including provisioning, patching, backups/restores, upgrades, and monitoring.Troubleshoot software, infrastructure, and deployment-related issues.Communicate complex technical concepts and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and DevOps best practices. Technical Skills required... Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, System Administration, or a related field — or equivalent hands-on experience.5+ years of experience in a DevOps, Systems Engineering, or similar role.Strong background in Linux/Unix systems administration.Experience with scripting and automation using Bash and/or Python.Strong knowledge of Oracle Middleware (Weblogic) infrastructure and Oracle databases.Hands-on experience with containerization technologies and orchestration platforms, including Docker.Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins.Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform.Experience with version control systems such as Git.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability and willingness to learn new technologies and tools. Experience in the following technologies will be considered an asset... Cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.Familiarity with container orchestration tools and platforms such as Kubernetes.Maven builds and dependency management.Troubleshooting application and network-related issues.Monitoring and observability tools (e.g. ELK stack).Experience with security scanning and vulnerability management tools. Behavioral Attributes... Self-Development: Shows eagerness to grow and achieve more in respective area of expertise.Adaptability / Flexibility: Shows ability to cope with fast-changing technologies and requirements.Solution-focused mindset: Focus on work quality results with attention to detail and delivery of tasks within agreed deadlines.Focus on Customer either internal or external.Creativity & Initiative: Proposes ideas and solutions to existing ways of working, takes initiatives, identifies risks and works proactively.Teamwork: Collaborates effectively & efficiently with various diverse and geographically distributed work teams.Accountability: Shows strong sense of responsibility and ownership of the activities assigned. Our Culture... At Sword, our values define how we behave towards our colleagues and clients, and that is Respect and Collaboration. We believe that together we achieve more! Grasp a taste of our daily life at our Sword Services Greece Experience page on LinkedIn. Please submit your CV in English. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential. At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and we ensure that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. Discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other factor protected by applicable laws and regulations is prohibited. As part of our culture, we respect human rights and focus on creating a positive workplace, where all employees are valued, and where diversity and inclusion are a vital part of our everyday working experience. If you don't tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. 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