Platform Engineering Lead: Kubernetes, GitOps & Automation

SQUER; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

€5,000 annual training budget

Flexible working hours

MyClubs sports membership

Free lunches in the office

Free massages

Team events throughout the year

Job summary

SQUER in Wien is looking for a platform architect who thrives in designing scalable developer experiences. You will own the end-to-end architecture and leadership in deploying cloud-native platforms. Your responsibilities include leading client workshops and ensuring high availability.

Ideal candidates should have advanced Kubernetes skills, expertise in GitOps, and a strategic mindset. Enjoy benefits like a training budget, hybrid work options, and a competitive salary starting at €75,000.

Qualifications

• Ability to design and manage complex Kubernetes or Openshift clusters.
• Deep understanding of GitOps principles.
• Proven hands-on experience with multiple IaC frameworks.
• Expertise in securing automated deployment pipelines.
• Experience with cloud environments like AWS, GCP, Azure.
• Ability to coach and mentor engineers.
• Outcome-oriented and client-focused approach.
• Active use of AI-powered tools for productivity.
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly.
• Fluent in English and knowledge of German is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end ownership of design and implementation of scalable platform solutions.
• Define reference architectures and guide engineering teams.
• Lead client workshops and architecture discussions.
• Design automation strategies for multi-team environments.
• Ensure compliance and high availability for platforms.
• Drive thought leadership through community engagement.

Skills

Advanced Kubernetes

GitOps

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD & Security

Leadership & Mentorship

Strategic Thinking

AI-native

Communication

Fluent in English

German is a plus

Tools

Terraform

Pulumi

Crossplane

ArgoCD

Flux

Job description

SQUER in Wien is looking for a platform architect who thrives in designing scalable developer experiences. You will own the end-to-end architecture and leadership in deploying cloud-native platforms. Your responsibilities include leading client workshops and ensuring high availability.

Ideal candidates should have advanced Kubernetes skills, expertise in GitOps, and a strategic mindset. Enjoy benefits like a training budget, hybrid work options, and a competitive salary starting at €75,000.