DevOps Engineer

Coltech; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coltech in Frankfurt is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our technology team on a hybrid contract basis. The role focuses on cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD and containerised environments.

You will work closely with software engineers, architects and infrastructure specialists to build and maintain reliable development and production platforms. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code (preferably

Qualifications

• Hands-on DevOps experience with cloud infrastructure, CI/CD and containers.
• Strong scripting skills (Bash or Python) and Linux expertise.
• Experience with AWS, Azure or GCP; Terraform preferred.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes and IaC tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain cloud and infrastructure environments.
• Build and improve CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Manage Docker and Kubernetes environments.
• Automate infrastructure and configuration using IaC.
• Work with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Monitor performance, availability and reliability; implement logging and alerting.
• Support development teams with deployment and infrastructure needs.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, deployment and production issues.
• Contribute to DevOps best practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes

Infrastructure as Code

Linux

Scripting (Bash or Python)

Git / version control

Networking & security

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

ELK/OpenSearch

Kafka

Job description

Contract: 6 months initially, with potential extension

Start Date: ASAP

Language: English; German advantageous

We are currently looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join a technology team based in Frankfurt.

This is a hybrid opportunity suited to an experienced DevOps professional who enjoys working across cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD and containerised environments.

You’ll work closely with software engineers, architects and other infrastructure specialists to build, automate and maintain reliable and scalable development and production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain cloud and infrastructure environments
• Build and improve CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
• Manage and maintain Docker and Kubernetes environments
• Automate infrastructure and configuration using Infrastructure as Code
• Work with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP
• Monitor system performance, availability and reliability
• Implement and maintain logging, monitoring and alerting solutions
• Support development teams with deployment and infrastructure requirements
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, deployment and production issues
• Improve security, scalability and resilience across the platform
• Work within Agile/Scrum development teams
• Contribute to DevOps best practices and continuous improvement
• Strong commercial experience working as a DevOps Engineer
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure or GCP
• Strong experience with Docker
• Commercial experience with Kubernetes
• Strong understanding of CI/CD
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code, ideally Terraform
• Good knowledge of Linux
• Experience with scripting, such as Bash or Python
• Experience with Git and modern software development workflows
• Understanding of networking, security and cloud infrastructure
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Experience with some of the following would be advantageous:

• Terraform
• Ansible
• Jenkins
• GitHub Actions
• ELK / OpenSearch
• Kafka
• AWS or Azure certifications

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is hands‑on, technically strong and comfortable working in a modern engineering environment.

You’ll be able to work independently, communicate effectively with software engineering teams and take ownership of infrastructure and deployment challenges.

Previous experience in financial services, fintech, banking or other highly regulated environments would be beneficial but is not essential.

Location: Frankfurt, Germany

Working Model: Hybrid

Contract: 6 months initially, with potential extension

Start: ASAP

Language: English required; German advantageous

If you're an experienced DevOps Engineer looking for a hybrid contract opportunity in Frankfurt, we'd be interested in hearing from you.