Services BU Lead (Remote)

Agile Lab is a company founded in 2014 with the mission to create value for its customers in data-intensive environments through customizable solutions that establish performance-driven processes, sustainable architectures, and automated platforms based on data governance best practices.

Having delivered over 100 successful Elite Data Engineering initiatives, we have used this experience to create Witboost : a modular, technology-agnostic platform that enables modern organizations to discover, value, and produce their data in both traditional environments and fully compliant Data Mesh architectures.

With a highly skilled team of over 130 data engineers based in Europe, Agile Lab helps organizations with their data-driven transformation.

Take a look at our handbook to discover our core values and processes.

The opportunity :

We are looking to hire an experienced SRE to become a Services BU Lead with strong leadership capabilities. You will lead and organize the SRE practice in Agile Lab, managing multiple services with a focus on high-quality delivery.

Salary : 45K - 67.5K

Responsibilities :

• Analyze designs and implement complex infrastructures;
• Challenge team processes, seeking improvements;
• Communicate with self-awareness;
• Set direction for the delivery of multiple services;
• Identify strategic technical debt and provide cost / benefit analysis for its elimination;
• Understand the business landscape and stakeholder expectations;
• Lead recruiting efforts and capacity planning;
• Assist team members with delivery when needed;
• Produce quality metrics;
• Manage team members with diverse skill sets effectively.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science;
• Previous experience as an SRE Engineer (4-10 years);
• Good knowledge of Cloudera cluster management;
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java / Scala, Bash, Python;
• Deep understanding of UNIX / Linux systems internals, TCP / IP networking, and security practices;
• Experience with at least one cloud provider among Azure, AWS, and GCP;
• Expertise in cloud-native technologies, IaC, Docker, and Kubernetes;
• Team player mentality;
• Ability to troubleshoot complex networking, data, and software issues;

We offer :

• Full remote or hybrid work options in Milan, Turin, Padua, Bologna, Catania, and Rende;
• Work-life balance;
• Monthly training budget (time and money);
• A clear career path with defined expectations and salary progression;
• Support from a mentor to guide your professional growth;
• Benefits and corporate welfare programs, including prizes and a welcome pack with necessary equipment;
• Opportunity to work abroad for two weeks through the Agile Nomads program;
• Referral bonus for bringing talented colleagues;
• Opportunity to attend one conference per year;
• Inclusive environment fostering authenticity;
• Stimulating environment focused on professional and personal growth.

How we work :

• We prefer a flat hierarchy and teamwork;
• We avoid bureaucracy and value responsibility;
• We rely on measurable data;
• We aim to positively impact our industry;
• Empathy, humility, collaboration, and willingness to challenge ourselves are core values.

Please note :

• Italian language is mandatory for this role. Only apply if you have this skill. For other opportunities, see our open positions.

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