Senior/Expert Platform Engineer (f/m/d) for Open Component Model

SAP SE; Walldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 85.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading software design company in Walldorf is seeking a Senior/Expert Platform Engineer for Open Component Model. This role involves contributing to cloud-native delivery, enhancing software lifecycle management, and engaging with the open-source community. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Computer Science, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with Kubernetes and software development. A collaborative team culture focused on innovation and inclusion awaits the successful applicant.

Leistungen

Flexible working models

Constant learning and skill growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifikationen

• A distinguished university degree in Computer Science or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in software development and open-source contributions.
• High proficiency in English, proficiency in German is beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Act as a technical multiplier for the Infrastructure‑as‑Data paradigm shift.
• Contribute to open-source projects for declarative infrastructure management.
• Design and engineer automated bootstrapping control plane.

Kenntnisse

Strong problem-solving skills

Collaborative mindset

Proficiency in Kubernetes

Ability to communicate complex concepts

Experience with Go/Python

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

Container technologies

Jobbeschreibung

Senior/Expert Platform Engineer (f/m/d) for Open Component Model

At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what’s next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What’s in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What you'll do:

Summary: We’re not just offering a role—we’re inviting you to help shape the future of cloud‑native delivery through the Open Component Model (OCM). By donating OCM and related projects to the neutral NeoNephos Foundation, we’ve committed to open governance, shared ownership, and a durable ecosystem. Make your mark, invite others, build what’s next together, and grow with us.

The Cloud‑Native Lifecycle Management team is advancing enterprise delivery by applying cloud‑native principles to the full software lifecycle. With OCM as a core building block, we standardize how software is described, delivered, verified, and operated—across clouds, clusters, and the edge. Our work powers SAP’s Infrastructure‑as‑Data approach and underpins the Cloud Orchestrator Platform used by development teams across SAP.

We’re building ApeiroRA, an open source reference architecture that strengthens Europe’s digital sovereignty. This initiative is part of a broader movement to ensure security, sustainability, and compliance for Europa’s cloud‑to‑edge computing. By joining us, you’ll contribute to a project that’s not just technical; it’s strategic for Europe’s future.

The Role:

As a senior/expert platform engineer, you will:

• Act as a technical multiplier for the Infrastructure‑as‑Data paradigm shift, contributing directly to evolving the platform’s core capabilities and enriching the Kubernetes API
• Actively contribute to open‑source projects like Flux, Argo, External Secrets Operator, KRO and more to enable declarative infrastructure management.
• Design and engineer a robust, automated bootstrapping control plane and secure, compliant, and efficient software lifecycle management, particularly in the context of sovereign cloud and EU AI Cloud enforcement.
• Improve code quality, enhance observability and operability of the overall system, and actively seek opportunities for cost efficiency across the platform services.
• Actively engage with and contribute to the internal community and external cloud‑native ecosystem, ensuring the platform’s success and providing technical support to internal stakeholders relying on the platform.

What you bring:

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical capabilities, with a collaborative, proactive mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to clearly communicate and present complex technical concepts.
• A distinguished university degree in Computer Science or a closely related field; or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in full‑time software development roles and open‑source contributions.
• Extensive hands‑on experience in software engineering with a strong focus on writing clean, maintainable code, preferably in Go/Python.
• Proficiency in Kubernetes extension concepts, including CRDs, the operator pattern, and extension API servers.
• Solid understanding of container technologies, Kubernetes, and the broader cloud‑native ecosystem, with familiarity with the CNCF landscape.
• High proficiency in English, both written and spoken. German language skill is beneficial.

During the application and selection process, candidates will be informed which manager they will be working with upon hiring. We look forward to your application!

Meet the team:

We are a team of builders, innovators, and collaborators. Our culture is rooted in openness and trust. We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we create space for every voice to be heard. We thrive on curiosity and continuous learning. This is a place where you can make an impact that matters. Your work will influence not only SAP but also Europe’s digital future. We support each other, push boundaries together, and never stop exploring what’s next. We are extremely proud of what we have built for our users and the open‑source community, and we would like you to be part of this journey. We’re not just another project; we are the backbone of SAP’s cloud‑native infrastructure and a leading open‑source solution trusted across industries.

Bring out your best

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well‑being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e‑mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: [e-mail].

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, etc.), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

SAP believes pay transparency is essential for cultivating an honest, supportive, and inclusive culture, representing a significant step in our commitment to leading the way in achieving pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range, which includes both base salary and variable incentive targets for the career level of the posted role. The target range for this position is[[customSalaryListing]][EUR]. The actual amount offered to successful candidates will fall within this range and will depend on factors such as education, skills, experience, and role scope, as determined during the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a target amount, with the actual payout depending on both company and individual performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements on SAP's Benefits and Rewards site .

Requisition ID: 445646 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Part-Time, or Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: Berlin, or Potsdam

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