Senior Cloud Architect

The Exploration Company; Planegg; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading space technology firm in Germany seeks a Senior Cloud Architect to drive cloud strategy and build secure infrastructure. This role involves designing scalable cloud solutions, integrating multiple cloud systems, and ensuring robust IAM practices. Ideal candidates have extensive experience with cloud-based environments, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure-as-Code tools. The company promotes a collaborative and agile culture. Join us to contribute to pioneering space technology and enjoy a dynamic work environment.

Leistungen

Relocation assistance

Diversity-focused workplace

Collaborative environment

Qualifikationen

• Several years of experience designing, implementing, and operating cloud-based environments (AWS, GCP, Azure, or similar).
• Strong background in Kubernetes architecture and containerisation principles.
• Deep understanding of IAM principles and security best practices.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform or similar).
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (preferably Python).
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.

Aufgaben

• Architect and implement cloud and Kubernetes infrastructures.
• Bridge hybrid and multi-cloud systems for compliance and performance.
• Design IAM concepts for secure user experiences.
• Contribute to the long-term technical roadmap.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging cloud technologies.
• Promote Infrastructure-as-Code and drive automation.
• Support development teams with architectural guidance.

Kenntnisse

Cloud environment design

Kubernetes architecture

IAM principles

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

Python programming

DevOps principles

CI/CD pipelines

Hybrid/multi-cloud environments

Tools

Terraform

Jobbeschreibung

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.

We want you, as a talented Senior Cloud Architect, to drive the company’s cloud strategy and build secure, scalable, and automated infrastructure through hands‑on technical leadership and strategic collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Cloud Architect, you will play a key role in shaping the company’s cloud strategy and building the next generation of secure, scalable, and automated infrastructure. You’ll combine technical depth with strategic thinking, working hands‑on alongside engineering teams to design, implement, and continuously evolve cloud solutions that power our business.

• Architect and implement robust cloud and Kubernetes infrastructures that are secure, scalable, maintainable, automated, and cost‑efficient.
• Bridge hybrid and multi‑cloud systems, integrating multiple cloud providers with on‑premises environments to ensure performance, resilience, and compliance.
• Design and implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts that enable seamless yet secure user experiences and enforce strong authentication/authorisation across systems.
• Contribute strategically to the company’s long‑term technical roadmap while staying hands‑on in troubleshooting, optimisation, and system evolution.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging cloud technologies and open‑source tools, continuously improving our infrastructure ecosystem. Develop custom infrastructure components when no suitable off‑the‑shelf solution exists.
• Promote Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) and drive automation across all layers – from infrastructure provisioning and IAM to application deployment and operations.
• Enable and support development teams with architectural guidance, security best practices, reusable automation patterns, and precise documentation.
• Foster cross‑functional collaboration between engineering and operational teams by mentoring team members, improving communication flows, and sharing best practices for running scalable and resilient applications in cloud‑native environments.

What we would love to see from you

In the role of a Senior Cloud Architect, ideally, you will have the following:

• Several years of experience designing, implementing, and operating cloud‑based environments (AWS, GCP, Azure, or similar).
• Strong background in Kubernetes architecture and containerisation principles.
• Deep understanding of IAM principles, authentication/authorisation flows (OIDC, SAML, OAuth2), and security best practices.
• Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools (Terraform, or similar).
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (preferably Python).
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills, with a passion for enabling others and improving processes.
• Solid knowledge of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.
• Experience with hybrid or multi‑cloud environments is a strong plus.

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:

• We’re Agile – we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
• We’re Open and Collaborative – we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
• We have a lot of Fun – we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?

We’d love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.