NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.Job Title: Senior DevOps Engineer Software Development Environment (SDE)Location: Germany (on-site/hybrid possible)Language Requirements: German (C1), English (B1)Seniority Level: SeniorEmployment Type: Contract or Full-timeAbout the Department / ProjectOur Software Engineering team is responsible for building, operating, and maintaining a multi-tenant Software Development Environment (SDE). This SDE supports CI/CD pipelines based on industry standards and tailored to our client'sspecific needs. The environment operates on both Kubernetes clusters and virtualized platforms (e.g., VMWare) and continues to evolve in scale and complexity.Main ResponsibilitiesInstall and configure SDE components on various operational platformsAdminister core tools within the SDE, including:GitLab (Version Control)GitLab-Runner (Build Controller)Sonatype Nexus (Component Management)Sonatype Nexus IQ (Component Analysis)Sonarqube (Static Code Analysis)Harbor (Container Registry)Administer virtual environments using VMware vSphere and VCFPerform Linux system administration (RedHat)Use Ansible for configuration managementIntegrate tools into existing infrastructure (e.g., Active Directory, DNS, SMTP, Firewalls, Ansible Tower)Set up and maintain test environments and Kubernetes clusters for development teamsEnsure continuous availability of the SDE and restore functionality in case of failuresExecute software updates and manage user access/onboarding/offboarding across systemsRequired QualificationsLanguages:German: C1 CEFR (fluent)English: B1 CEFR (intermediate)Experience (Minimum):3 years Installing and operating GitLab2 years Installing and operating GitLab-Runner2 years Working with Sonatype Nexus or similar component management tools3 years Administering Linux systems (RedHat or equivalent)2 years Configuration management with Ansible or similar1 year Working with virtualized environments using VMware vSphere / VCF2 years Integrating tools with infrastructure components (Active Directory, DNS, etc.)Soft SkillsStrong team collaboration and communicationProfessional and appropriate interpersonal conductClear verbal expression and articulation(Assessed during interviews)Preferred Certifications / Proofs (if available):Certificates for above tools and technologiesLanguage certifications per CEFR(Valid at the time of application)What we offer:Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise. #J-18808-Ljbffr