Senior Public Cloud Engineer

About The Company We are transforming the insurance industry and are seeking talented professionals to shape the future with us. As one of Germany’s largest insurance and financial service providers, with headquarters in Hamburg and Dortmund, we have undergone a significant transformation in recent years. Our modern, agile work environment emphasizes user-centered approaches, openness, and boldness. We highly value mutual respect and trust, fostering a culture of appreciation and collaboration. We embrace diversity in all its facets, believing that different perspectives and experiences are key drivers of innovation. Join our team, contribute your ideas, and help us redefine the present. About The Role As a Senior Public Cloud Engineer (m/w/d), you will play a vital role in expanding and optimizing our cloud platform and infrastructure, with a particular focus on Google Cloud. Your primary responsibility will be to design, support, and operate cloud architectures that facilitate seamless and automated migration of workloads. You will be part of an agile, interdisciplinary team that encourages continuous learning and skill development. Your expertise will contribute to the development of our cloud-based services, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and efficient. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative cloud solutions, automate infrastructure processes, and influence the future of our digital transformation initiatives. Qualifications To succeed in this role, you should have a completed IT degree or a comparable qualification with relevant IT expertise. You should possess proven experience in public cloud environments, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP), as well as extensive knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform. Experience with version control systems like GitLab, GitHub, or Bitbucket is essential. Basic understanding of Linux and Windows server administration, network management, and load balancers is required. Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker, scripting languages such as Bash and PowerShell, and programming in Python is highly advantageous. You should be willing to take responsibility, clearly define roles, and distinguish between team and cross-department tasks. Knowledge of industry standards, security concepts, regulatory compliance, and standards within the insurance and financial sectors is a plus. Certifications in cloud technologies are desirable, and we support ongoing training and certification efforts. Excellent communication skills in German and English, along with a team-oriented mindset, are essential for success in this role. Responsibilities Design, support, and operate cloud architectures to facilitate workload migrations to Google Cloud.Continuously develop and improve the Google Cloud platform, focusing on virtual machine services such as Compute Engine.Create, implement, and optimize frameworks for cloud-based infrastructure and applications.Prioritize and manage requirements within the backlog and roadmap for the virtual machine platform.Collaborate closely with technical product owners to promote understanding of cloud benefits and motivate application migrations.Establish standardized processes and mechanisms, providing guidance during the implementation and deployment of workloads in Google Cloud.Utilize modern automation, deployment (CI/CD), and infrastructure-as-code methods to develop and maintain complex cloud infrastructures and services. Benefits At SIGNAL IDUNA, we foster a collaborative, cross-functional work environment where your contributions matter daily. You will have the opportunity to influence ongoing digital transformation initiatives and work in modern, well-equipped spaces that support your creativity. We offer access to our comprehensive training platform, enabling you to pursue further education and professional growth within and outside your current scope. Enjoy 30 days of vacation annually, providing ample time for rest and leisure, whether in the sun or the mountains. Our flexible working hours and the option to work remotely at least two days per week support work-life balance. Additionally, you will benefit from discounts on your insurance contracts and products from our financial subsidiaries, enhancing your overall benefits package. Equal Opportunity We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All applications are considered regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. Our hiring process ensures equal treatment and opportunities for all candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce drives innovation and reflects the communities we serve. Our goal is to create a respectful, supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.