Middleware Engineer

JR Spain; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology company is seeking a Middleware Engineer to enhance its IT Infrastructure operations in Barcelona. The ideal candidate will manage and troubleshoot various infrastructure platforms, ensuring optimal performance and security. With a focus on collaboration and continuous learning, the role requires strong technical skills, including networking, virtualization, and Linux administration. Join our diverse team and contribute to innovative solutions that secure digital identities worldwide.

Servicios

Flexible work schedule

Subsidized meals

Career development programs

Formación

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure.
• High level of English (spoken and written).
• Experience with compliance standards and observability tools.

Responsabilidades

• Operate and troubleshoot infrastructure and middleware platforms.
• Maintain and evolve the entire datacenter stack.
• Propose improvements across technologies, processes, and tools.

Conocimientos

Networking

Virtualization

Linux administration

Database operations

Scripting

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Herramientas

VMware

Red Hat

Oracle

Splunk

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At Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), we develop cutting-edge technologies that protect digital and physical identities, payments, and data infrastructures.

We're looking for a Middleware Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona to help us operate, secure, and evolve our datacenter platforms.

This is a hands-on role for someone with broad technical curiosity and a strong sense of ownership. If you enjoy working in collaborative environments where everyone gets involved, this might be your next move.

What will you do?

• Operate and troubleshoot infrastructure and middleware platforms.
• Act as a technical point of contact for developers, 3rd-party vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and evolve the entire datacenter stack: racks, servers, storage, communications, OS, databases, virtualization, authentication, and security.
• Propose improvements across technologies, processes, and tools.
• Enjoy a horizontal team culture—here, everyone gets hands-on with a variety of technologies. We learn and grow together.

What are we looking for?

• Experience matters more than certifications.
• Fast learner with strong self-management skills.
• Problem-solver mindset with the ability to take ownership and drive investigations to resolution.
• Passionate about IT infrastructure, with curiosity and initiative to explore new technologies.
• Creative thinker with the ability to challenge assumptions and find better solutions.
• Strong team player—collaboration is key to our success.
• Confident in your knowledge: you’ll be interviewed by your future teammates.
• Interested in infrastructure as a whole: OS, virtualization, container orchestration (Kubernetes), SAN, etc.

Your technical foundation (2–3 years of hands-on experience in):

• High level of English (spoken and written)—you’ll use it daily.
• Networking and firewall administration.
• Virtualization technologies (VMware, XEN).
• Backup and disaster recovery design and implementation (plus: IBM TSM).
• Linux server administration (especially Red Hat) and scripting.
• AAA servers/services (external/centralized authentication such as RADIUS, LDAP).
• Database operations (SQL, RDBMS—especially Oracle).
• Familiarity with compliance standards (PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, ITIL).
• Experience with observability tools (Splunk and/or ELK).
• Strong knowledge of certificate-based security and PKI.

What’s great about working with us?

• Culture and Diversity: A people-oriented environment with an international team and strong team spirit. Flat hierarchies. Equal Opportunity Employer and LGBT+ friendly.
• Global Collaboration: Work in Agile/SCRUM teams and collaborate with stakeholders worldwide.
• Innovative Environment: Develop secure solutions for cutting-edge personalization and digital products.
• Career Development: Continuous training, coaching, and participation in talent programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule and hybrid model. Core hours Mon–Thu (9:30–17:00), Fri (9:00–15:00).
• On-Site Canteen: Subsidized breakfast and lunch service with varied menus, salads, and fresh fruit.
• Location: Easily accessible by public transport (Bus 88 and 110, Metro L10 ZAL-Riu Vell, PR4 from El Prat) or private vehicle.

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