Technical Program Manager - DevOps & Developer Platform (m/f/d)

Mestrelab Research S.L.; Santiago de Compostela; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mestrelab Research S.L. is seeking an experienced DevOps Platform Engineer to join the DevOps Platform Engineering team. You will own and operate shared development platforms, enabling teams to adopt CI/CD and secure, scalable workflows.

You will work across Linux build environments, Kubernetes infrastructure, and automation frameworks, balancing long-term improvements with day-to-day reliability and collaboration across international teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Several years of experience in DevOps.
• Hands-on experience administering Linux-based systems and troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or equivalent technologies.
• Experience with configuration management and infrastructure automation tools, preferably Ansible.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the onboarding of development teams to the centralized CI/CD platform, including repository setup, build pipelines, development workflows, and operational support.
• Coordinate infrastructure changes, platform enhancements, and process rollouts across multiple development teams, ensuring clear communication and minimal disruption.
• Manage and continuously improve the software development platform, including Linux-based build environments, Kubernetes infrastructure, artifact repositories, and automation frameworks.
• Drive adoption of modern software development practices, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, infrastructure automation, and software supply chain security.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for software development teams on build, CI/CD, and software development operations topics
• Contribute to compliance initiatives related to cybersecurity and software development regulations, including the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).
• Deliver workshops, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing activities to increase platform adoption and operational excellence across the organization.
• Develop technical documentation, process descriptions, training materials, and best practices for development teams.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / IT

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Ansible

Kubernetes

Docker / Podman

Job description

Mestrelab has established a global presence, with software sales in over 80 countries and a client list that includes many of the major pharmaceutical, biotech and chemical companies, as well as some of the most relevant government and academic laboratories worldwide. As part of Bruker, leader company in high-performance scientific instruments and high-value analytical and diagnostic solutions enabling scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular and microscopic levels, we collaborate closely with other Bruker companies, working together to achieve our goals.

We offer a diversified job in an international and interdisciplinary project team with flat hierarchies and short processes, and a secure, unlimited employment relationship in an international group with flexible working hours and a range of benefits.

About the Role

As part of our DevOps Platform Engineering team, you work at the intersection of infrastructure and collaboration. The role combines technical ownership with strong communication and initiative. DevOps here is socio‑technical: enabling teams, improving workflows, and ensuring our shared platforms (CI/CD, build systems, cloud foundations, automation, artifact management) run efficiently and securely. You design and operate key development platforms, help teams adopt them effectively, and communicate changes clearly. In addition to driving modernization initiatives and act as a reliable first point of contact to keep our development environment stable and productive.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving challenges, collaborating closely with colleagues, and balancing long‑term improvements with operational work.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the onboarding of development teams to the centralized CI/CD platform, including repository setup, build pipelines, development workflows, and operational support.
• Coordinate infrastructure changes, platform enhancements, and process rollouts across multiple development teams, ensuring clear communication and minimal disruption.
• Manage and continuously improve the software development platform, including Linux‑based build environments, Kubernetes infrastructure, artifact repositories, and automation frameworks.
• Drive adoption of modern software development practices, including CI/CD, DevSecOps, infrastructure automation, and software supply chain security.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for software development teams on build, CI/CD, and software development operations topics
• Contribute to compliance initiatives related to cybersecurity and software development regulations, including the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).
• Deliver workshops, training sessions, and knowledge‑sharing activities to increase platform adoption and operational excellence across the organization.
• Develop technical documentation, process descriptions, training materials, and best practices for development teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Several years of experience in DevOps
• Hands‑on experience administering Linux‑based systems and troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using platforms such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or equivalent technologies.
• Experience with configuration management and infrastructure automation tools, preferably Ansible.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with artifact repository solutions such as Jfrog Artifactory or similar platforms.
• Practical experience with Kubernetes and container technologies such as Docker or Podman.
• Experience with scripting and automation using Bash, Python, Groovy, or similar languages.
• Experience working in a regulated industry such as medical devices, life sciences, diagnostics, healthcare, or industrial systems.
• Knowledge of software supply chain security concepts, including SBOMs, dependency management, vulnerability scanning, and artifact signing.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.