Infra Engineer

Thinkwise; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonus

Pension scheme

Hybrid work model

Office in Apeldoorn

Healthy lunch

25 vacation days

Job summary

Thinkwise in the Netherlands is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to lead a small, specialized team and ensure the Thinkwise Platform runs smoothly across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments. You will deploy, manage, and optimize infrastructure components including database and application servers, coordinating with internal teams and clients to deliver reliable solutions.

You will mentor colleagues, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining excellent

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure management with cloud and on-premise environments.
• Leadership experience: coaching, motivation and providing structure.
• Certifications such as Azure Administrator or Google Cloud Architect are a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English; ability to explain complex issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small specialized team of infrastructure specialists and coach them to perform at their best.
• Analyze and improve workflows to increase quality and efficiency.
• Design, implement and optimize infrastructures across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, on-prem and hybrid environments.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partners to integrate solutions and manage priorities.

Skills

Team leadership

Infrastructure management

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

Dutch & English communication

Tools

Google Cloud Platform

VMware

Windows Server

Linux

Job description

As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer, you are not only the technical expert but also the manager of a small, specialized team. You will lead your team and optimize processes.

As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer, you are not only the technical expert but also the manager of a small, specialized team. You will lead your team, optimize processes, and ensure that everyone performs at their best. Together, you will ensure that our clients have a seamlessly functioning infrastructure that maximally supports our software solutions. This includes installing and managing the infrastructure required for the Thinkwise Platform, consisting of database and application servers. Whether it involves cloud solutions, on-premises infrastructures, or hybrid environments, you combine technical expertise with leadership to successfully deliver projects.

What will you do?

Team Management: Lead a small, specialized team of infrastructure specialists. You will coach, motivate, and guide your team to perform at their best.

Process Optimization: Analyze and improve existing workflows within the team. You implement efficient practices that contribute to higher quality and better results.

Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and optimize infrastructures in Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, on-premises environments, or hybrid solutions. Specifically, you will focus on the installation and management of database and application servers essential for the Thinkwise Platform.

Technical Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams and partners to seamlessly integrate infrastructure solutions. You monitor progress, set priorities, and resolve bottlenecks.

Client Communication: Act as the technical point of contact for clients. You translate client needs into concrete solutions and clearly explain technical concepts, even to non-technical stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvement in infrastructure, processes, and workflows. You initiate enhancements and continuously seek ways to further develop our services.

Job requirements

Technical Expertise: At least 5 years of experience in infrastructure management, with strong knowledge of Azure, AWS, on-premises infrastructures, and network technologies.

Leadership Experience: You are capable of coaching, motivating, and providing structure.

Certifications: Certifications such as Azure Administrator, Google Cloud Architect, or comparable accreditations are a plus.

Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English, with the ability to clearly explain complex issues. You are analytical, results-oriented, and a natural leader.

Vision and Leadership: You have a vision for the development of our services and can convincingly communicate it. You mentor colleagues and encourage their growth, both professionally and personally.

What we offer

Salary and Compensation: An attractive salary (€ 4,815 to € 6,530 per month), year-end bonus, and pension scheme.

One-Year Contract with Possibility of Permanent Employment: A challenging role for a minimum of 32 hours per week.

Hybrid Working: Work from home or at our modern office in Apeldoorn, with a budget to set up your home workspace.

Healthy Lunch: Enjoy a fresh and varied buffet at the office daily.

Vacation Days: 25 vacation days per year (based on full-time work), with the option to purchase additional days.

Personal Growth and Development: Training budget, coaching, and courses through our Thinkwise Academy to continue your professional development.

International Opportunities: Grow with us as we pursue our ambitious plans for the international market.

Within three working days of your application, the recruiter will call you to discuss whether there’s a match with your preferences.

First interview

During the first interview with the manager and recruiter, we’ll explore whether there’s a mutual fit.

Second Interview

In the second interview with two colleagues from the department, we’ll dive deeper into your knowledge and experience, potentially including an assessment.

Offer

Is there a match? Then we’ll make you a suitable offer and look forward to welcoming you as our new colleague!