(Senior) DevOps Engineer with Backend Development

GRAS - Global Risk Assessment Services; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 85.000 - 115.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work setup

4 weeks remote work (post probation)

Flexible working hours

30 vacation days + 3 additional days

Zusammenfassung

Global Risk Assessment Services (GRAS) in Cologne is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer with backend development experience. You will share ownership of cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), strengthen infrastructure, and build production-ready Python services and automation.

The role emphasizes security, scalability, and geospatial data awareness, with a hybrid setup and emphasis on continuous improvement. English required; German a plus.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT Security, or a comparable field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in DevOps, backend development, or platform engineering.
• Experience with secure systems/compliance environments (e.g. ISO 27001).

Aufgaben

• Share ownership of cloud infrastructure (AWS and GCP) and ensure reliable operation of platforms.
• Design, implement, and improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows.
• Manage containerised applications with Docker.
• Develop and maintain backend APIs and data processing pipelines, primarily in Python.
• Ensure stability, performance, scalability, and security of platforms and services.
• Strengthen security architecture and support ISO-related compliance.
• Identify operational risks, troubleshoot incidents, and improve reliability.
• Collaborate with GIS and software teams to integrate geospatial systems.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and standardise infra and deployments.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement.

Kenntnisse

Docker

Linux

AWS

GCP

GitHub Actions

Python

APIs

ISO 27001

Geospatial data

Ausbildung

University degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

PostGIS

GeoPandas

Jobbeschreibung

Global Risk Assessment Services (GRAS) is an innovative service and information provider offering environmental and social knowledge for fully traceable and sustainable supply chains. Our activities and impact are expanding, and our teams are growing exponentially since the last 3 years.

As part of our continued growth, we are strengthening our Technology Projects team and expanding our platform engineering capabilities.

To support this strategic step, we are looking forward to welcoming you as (Senior) DevOps Engineer with Backend Development Experience. In this role, you will work closely with our Cloud Engineer and Technology team to take shared ownership of our cloud platforms, strengthen our infrastructure, and actively contribute to the development of production-ready backend services and automation solutions.

If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join a culturally certified Great Place to Work company with highly motivated and diverse teams making a real difference, we look forward to your application!

Your main duties will be:

• Share ownership of our cloud infrastructure (AWS and GCP) and ensure the reliable operation of our platforms and services
• Design, implement, and continuously improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
• Manage, maintain, and optimise containerised applications and environments using Docker
• Develop, maintain, refactor, and review production code for backend APIs, automation workflows, and data processing pipelines, primarily in Python
• Ensure the stability, performance, scalability, and security of our platforms and backend services
• Contribute to strengthening our security architecture and support compliance with ISO-related requirements
• Identify operational risks, troubleshoot incidents, and proactively improve system reliability and resilience
• Collaborate closely with our GIS and software development teams to integrate geospatial systems and applications
• Create and maintain technical documentation and contribute to the standardisation of infrastructure and deployment processes
• Actively contribute to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Your profile

Professional background

• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT Security, or a comparable field
• At least 3 years of experience in DevOps, backend development, or platform engineering
• Experience working with or understanding secure systems / compliance environments (e.g. ISO 27001)

Technical skills

• Strong experience with Docker and containerisation
• Very good knowledge of Linux systems and shell scripting
• Experience working with cloud platforms (preferably AWS and GCP)
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g. GitHub Actions or similar)
• Solid programming skills in Python
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) is a strong advantage
• Solid understanding of API design and backend architecture is highly desirable
• Familiarity with data processing pipelines and automation workflows is considered an advantage
• Exposure to geospatial data and tools (e.g. PostGIS, GeoPandas) is a plus
• Knowledge of satellite data or environmental datasets is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to take ownership of critical systems and deliver reliable, high-quality solutions
• Proactive, hands-on working style with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in interdisciplinary teams
• Excellent English language skills (at least C1, written and spoken); German language skills are an advantage

Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.

To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

• Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
• Close collaboration with our sister companies ISCC System GmbH, Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, 4C Services, ClimatePal, and TYC, giving you even more development opportunities

Individual learning and development plan

• Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
• Frequent feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection
• Many free language classes
• Access to several trainings as well as specific technical courses
• We promote from within!

Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid set-up
• 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
• Flexible working hours and trust based working time
• 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, Carnival Monday)
• Sabbatical options
• A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
• Annual bonus scheme based on performance

Wellness Programs

• Subsidized Urban Sports Club
• Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender or any other criteria that is not a professional qualification for an open position.

About us

Global Risk Assessment Services (GRAS) is an innovative service and information provider offering environmental and social knowledge for fully traceable and sustainable supply chains. GRAS helps agricultural producers, processors, traders, auditors, brand owners, NGOs, and investors to assess and monitor their sustainability risks. GRAS offers mapping and tracking tools, mobile apps, dashboards and databases for the verification of compliance with sustainability requirements and improvement measures.

Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at GRAS come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.