Cloud Platform Engineer (m/w/d)

EPG Ehrhardt Partner Group; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 279,000 - 446,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive onboarding

Low hierarchies

Back office support and global team

Job summary

EPG Ehrhardt Partner Group is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to design, operate and enhance our cloud platform (PaaS/SaaS). You will automate infrastructure with Ansible, manage Linux cloud environments, and deploy workloads across on‑prem and Microsoft Azure using Docker and Kubernetes.

You will configure networking, optimize performance, and ensure security and reliability while contributing to cross‑team knowledge sharing and documentation. Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with relevant work experience.
• Experience administering Linux-based cloud environments and highly available infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes for workloads across Azure and on‑prem environments.
• Understanding of Kubernetes networking and Azure networking and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Software Defined Storage, preferably Ceph.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate the EPG Cloud focusing on PaaS/SaaS offerings.
• Administer highly available Linux-based cloud environments for performance and capacity.
• Automate infrastructure and processes using Ansible and orchestration tools.
• Deploy workloads across on‑premises and Microsoft Azure with Docker/Kubernetes.
• Configure Kubernetes and Azure networking, ensure secure cloud connectivity.
• Manage Ceph storage to support scalable, resilient infrastructure.
• Implement monitoring with Prometheus, Grafana and CheckMK to ensure reliability.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate solutions into the EPG Cloud.
• Create technical docs and contribute to training and knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated with cloud tech and develop cross‑product innovations.

Skills

Linux administration

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

Ansible

Cloud automation

Monitoring (Prometheus Grafana)

CheckMK

Ceph

Azure networking

Team collaboration

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Prometheus

Grafana

CheckMK

Ceph

Azure

Job description

EPG is one of the leading international providers of a comprehensive Supply Chain Execution Suite (EPG ONE™) and offers you excellent development prospects.

• Individual personnel development
• Comprehensive Onboarding
• Low hierarchies

Teamwork has been a top priority for us from the very beginning. Internationally, we work together at several locations with more than 1000 employees.

We offer flexible working hours and support by an experienced back office as well as globally oriented marketing team.

Location: Dubai

As a Cloud Platform Engineer (m/f/d), you design, operate, and continuously enhance our cloud platform with a focus on highly available PaaS and SaaS solutions. You automate infrastructure, optimize system performance, and support the integration of innovative solutions into the EPG Cloud. With your expertise in Linux, cloud technologies, and automation, you contribute to a reliable, scalable, and future-ready cloud environment.

Your tasks will be as follows:

• You further develop and operate the EPG Cloud with a focus on Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.
• You administer, maintain, and optimize highly available Linux-based cloud environments, ensuring maximum performance, capacity, and availability.
• You automate infrastructure and operational processes using tools such as Ansible and modern orchestration technologies.
• You deploy and manage workloads across on-premises and Microsoft Azure environments using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
• You configure and troubleshoot Kubernetes and Azure networking while ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across cloud environments.
• You manage and optimize Software Defined Storage (Ceph) to support scalable and resilient infrastructure.
• You implement and maintain monitoring solutions using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and CheckMK, proactively identifying and resolving system issues.
• You support project and product teams in integrating solutions into the EPG Cloud and contribute your expertise across interdisciplinary teams.
• You evaluate new hardware and software technologies, create technical documentation, and actively contribute to training and knowledge sharing within the organization.
• You continuously stay up to date with emerging cloud and infrastructure technologies and develop innovative cross-product solutions.

Your profile includes the following qualifications:

• You have completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, combined with relevant professional experience.
• You have hands-on experience administering and maintaining Linux-based cloud environments and designing highly available cloud infrastructure.
• You are proficient in Docker and/or Kubernetes (K8s) and have experience deploying and managing workloads in Microsoft Azure as well as on-premises environments.
• You have a solid understanding of Kubernetes networking and Azure networking and are comfortable troubleshooting and optimizing cloud connectivity.
• You have experience with Software Defined Storage, preferably Ceph, and understand modern cloud storage concepts.
• You are experienced in infrastructure automation and configuration management using tools such as Ansible or comparable technologies.
• You have hands-on experience with monitoring and observability solutions such as CheckMK, Grafana, and Prometheus to ensure system performance, reliability, and availability.
• You have experience designing, implementing, and operating highly available cloud platforms, with a strong understanding of cloud infrastructure best practices.
• You are a proactive, analytical team player with a structured and solution-oriented way of working and enjoy collaborating across interdisciplinary teams.
• You are fluent in English. Knowledge of German is considered an advantage.