Server / Infrastructure Engineer (m/f/d) Performance & Efficiency Test-Framework Engineer

Telekom; Granada; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible compensation plan (health,

Telemedicine

100% salary coverage during medical le

Hybrid work model

Weekly language classes

Job summary

T-Systems Iberia in Madrid is seeking a Hardware Performance Engineer to operate and expand a dedicated laboratory for verifying server hardware in Private Telco Cloud infrastructure. You will run standardized benchmarks, analyze results, and support architecture and procurement decisions.

Ideal candidates have deep knowledge of x86 servers, Linux system administration, and automation scripting with Bash and Ansible, plus experience with OpenStack and Kubernetes in large-scale data centers.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of x86 server architectures and datacenter hardware.
• Experience with benchmarking methods and performance analysis.
• Linux operating experience (RHEL, Ubuntu, SLES).
• Basic automation and scripting (e.g., Bash, Ansible).
• Ability to interpret technical results and create concise reports.
• Experience with enterprise server platforms (Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Supermicro).
• Experience with benchmarking suites (SPEC, Phoronix, Stress-NG).
• Experience with management interfaces (IPMI, Redfish).
• Experience with power and efficiency measurement tools.
• Experience with cloud and virtualization technologies (OpenStack, Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

• Operation and expansion of the hardware performance laboratory.
• Execution of standardized performance and efficiency benchmarks.
• Integration and validation of new hardware types.
• Analysis and documentation of test results to support architecture and procurement decisions.

Skills

x86 server architectures

Benchmarking methods

Linux system administration

Automation scripting (Bash, Ansible)

Report writing

Enterprise servers (Dell, HPE, Lenovo,

Benchmark suites (SPEC, Phoronix,

Management interfaces (IPMI, Redfish)

Power and efficiency measurement

OpenStack, Kubernetes

Tools

Ansible

Bash

IPMI

Redfish

OpenStack

Kubernetes

SPEC

Phoronix

Stress-NG

Job description

Job ID: 744000153474479Server / Infrastructure Engineer (m/f/d) Performance & Efficiency Test-Framework EngineerGranada, Madrid, ReusProfessionalRegularT-Systems IberiaYour TaskThis position is based at the Telco Hub in Madrid, where the team pioneers the merging of IT and Telco by building and scaling Telco as a Platform (TaaP) on a proprietary layered cloud. The role operates within cross-country and cross-functional squads, delivering cutting-edge services to Europe's most valued Operator. The project focuses on operating a specialized laboratory dedicated to conducting performance and efficiency tests on various server hardware, with the main focus on tests aimed at optimizing the Private Telco Cloud using DT technology. The goal is to evaluate the performance and efficiency of the deployed hardware and to test new hardware types to validate innovative technologies.This role involves the operation and continuous improvement of a specialized lab for performance and efficiency testing of server hardware used in the Private Telco Cloud. Tasks include planning and expanding the laboratory infrastructure, operating and maintaining the hardware, executing standardized benchmark procedures, integrating and evaluating new hardware types, and providing performance analyses to support architecture and procurement decisions.ResponsibilitiesOperation and expansion of the hardware performance laboratoryOperation, preparation, and maintenance of server and measurement hardwareExecution of standardized performance and efficiency benchmarksIntegration and validation of new hardware typesAnalysis and documentation of test results to support architecture and procurement decisionsYour ProfileWe are looking for a Hardware Performance Engineer with solid expertise in x86 server architectures, benchmarking methodologies, Linux systems administration, and automation scripting to operate and optimize a specialized hardware performance laboratory for Private Telco Cloud infrastructure.Must Have SkillsSolid understanding of x86 server architectures and datacenter hardwareExperience with benchmarking methods and performance analysisLinux operating experience (RHEL, Ubuntu, SLES)Basic automation and scripting (e.g., Bash, Ansible)Ability to interpret technical results and create concise reportsExperience with enterprise server platforms (Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Supermicro)Experience with benchmarking suites (SPEC, Phoronix, Stress-NG)Experience with management interfaces (IPMI, Redfish)Experience with power and efficiency measurement toolsExperience with cloud and virtualization technologies (OpenStack, Kubernetes)Nice to Have SkillsExperience with GitLabExperience with CI/CDExperience with JiraKnowledge of Business AgilityAbout UsT-Systems is part of the Deutsche Telekom Group, with around 30,000 employees worldwide. We create technology with purpose to generate a positive impact on society. We are looking for curious talent, eager to learn, take on challenges, and contribute ideas that transform our customers' experience.We trust people: we offer autonomy, continuous support, and a collaborative environment where you can grow without limits. We are one global team, guided by respect, integrity, and a passion for doing better every day.BenefitsCompensation & BenefitsFlexible compensation plan (health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare, transport)TelemedicineLife and accident insuranceSocial fundWork Environment & FlexibilityInternational, dynamic and collaborative environmentT-Social: social initiatives (sports, community, health)Hybrid work model (remote/on-site)Flexible working hoursGrowth & DevelopmentCustomized training: access to Coursera to learn whatever you want, whenever you wantWeekly language classes (English, Spanish & German)International Mentoring Sessions & Experience DaysWellbeing & Time Off26+ working days of vacation per yearFree access to specialist services (medical, legal, wellness)100% salary coverage during medical leaveApplication InformationIf you are looking for a new challenge, do not hesitate to send us your CV! Please send CV in English.T-Systems Iberia will only process the CVs of candidates who meet the requirements specified for each offer.Job BenefitsHealth & InsuranceFlexible compensation plan (health insurance)Life and accident insuranceTelemedicine100% salary coverage during medical leaveWork-Life BalanceHybrid work model (remote/on-site)Flexible working hours26+ working days of vacation per yearProfessional DevelopmentCustomized training: access to Coursera to learn whatever you want, whenever you wantWeekly language classes (English, Spanish & German)International Mentoring Sessions & Experience DaysOffice PerksFlexible compensation plan (meal vouchers, childcare, transport)Social fundLifestyle & WellnessT-Social: social initiatives (sports, community, health, ...)Free access to specialist services (medical, legal, wellness)