Lead DevOps Engineer

Airbus Defence and Space SAU; Getafe; Híbrido; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading aerospace company in Getafe is seeking an experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to drive operational excellence in a cloud and on-prem environment. You will lead deployment and maintenance of AI services, ensuring adherence to security standards. The role offers a competitive salary and promotes a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Servicios

Vacation days (+35 working days off)

Attractive salary and compensation package

Hybrid working model (40% remote)

Health insurance

Employee stock options

Retirement plan

On-site facilities (free canteen, medical office)

Formación

• Proven experience as a DevOps engineer in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work under strict security constraints.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the product deployment and operation lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to security and sovereignty standards.
• Mentor team members on best practices.

Conocimientos

Cloud technologies (AWS)

On-prem solutions (OpenShift, Docker)

Security compliance

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

AI/ML models experience

Educación

Relevant degree in Computer Science or similar

Herramientas

OpenShift

Docker

AWS managed services

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

At Airbus Defence and Space, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation in the aerospace industry. Our DAISEI project is a cutting‑edge collection of browser‑based and API Artificial Intelligence Services, enabling seamless interaction with AI models and services across the intranet. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to join our team and drive the operational excellence of our products in both cloud and on‑prem environments under strict security constraints.

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Lead DevOps Engineer to oversee and actively participate in the deployment, operation, and maintenance of our software products, with a focus on AI / ML and Generative AI / LLM models. In this role, you will facilitate the continuous integration and delivery of our AI services, ensure adherence to standards, and validate technical solutions. You will be responsible for improving the efficiency, reliability, and quality of our products, managing necessary improvements, and contributing to our Communities of Practice. Your expertise in cloud (e.g. AWS managed services such as Sagemaker, EKS or RDS) as well as on‑prem (OpenShift, Docker or Podman) technologies, as well as your ability to navigate complex security constraints, will be crucial to ensuring our national and European sovereignty.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the entire product deployment and operation lifecycle, designing CI / CD pipelines and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) for both cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Ensure adherence to security and sovereignty standards, maintaining the structural integrity of the given solution.
• Develop and maintain robust and scalable operational stacks tailored to AI / ML and Generative AI / LLM model needs, leveraging OpenShift and Podman.
• Design and implement monitoring strategies, logging, and alerting systems to ensure quality, reliability, and security of product deployments.
• Translate business needs into operational requirements, fostering a collaborative environment that values security and sovereignty.
• Mentor team members, conduct code and infrastructure reviews, and guide the team on best practices.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects and technologies in the aerospace industry, with a focus on AI / ML and Generative AI / LLM models, and a strong commitment to security and sovereignty.

A collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and development, and values and upholds our security and sovereignty requirements.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

The chance to make a real impact on the future of Airbus Defence and Space, and to contribute to the security and sovereignty of our national and European digital landscape.

Benefits

• Vacation days and additional days‑off along the year (+35 working days off in total).
• Attractive salary and compensation package.
• Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work‑life balance (40% remote work).
• Collective transport service in some sites.
• Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
• On‑site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.
• Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
• Special rates in products & benefits.

Join Us

If you are a passionate and experienced Lead DevOps Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to drive operational innovation in the aerospace industry, particularly in the context of AI / ML and Generative AI / LLM models, and with a strong commitment to security and sovereignty, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of the DAISEI project.

Airbus Defence and Space is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, while upholding the highest standards of security and sovereignty.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Digital

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