System Engineer (m/f/d)

Medline International BV; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Learning & certifications

Competitive compensation

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Medline International BV is seeking a System Engineer to join our Infrastructure Operations team, supporting cloud platforms across Europe from the Netherlands (Utrecht) or Germany (Kleve). The role focuses on maintaining Azure cloud, AKS, and container platforms with strong DevOps practices.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in system engineering, deep Terraform/IaC experience, and proficiency with Azure, CI/CD, and container technologies. A hybrid work setup across NL/DE is available.

Qualifications

• Container-based infrastructure on AKS or Kubernetes.
• 5+ years in system engineering, infra, cloud, or DevOps.
• Terraform and IaC practices are essential.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, Git, GitLab or Bitbucket.
• Proficient in Microsoft Azure and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong Windows and Linux server management.
• Scripting experience with PowerShell, Bash, or Python is a plus.
• English proficiency; German or other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve EU Azure cloud and Kubernetes infra.
• Contribute to architecture and design of cloud platforms.
• Investigate incidents and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with infra, app, security, and project teams.
• Support AKS, container platforms, networking, and storage.
• Manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.
• Enhance CI/CD pipelines, Helm charts, and GitOps.
• Assist application teams with deployments and platform needs.
• Document standards, procedures, and platform guides.

Skills

AKS & Kubernetes

Terraform

Azure & Cloud

CI/CD pipelines

Windows & Linux

Automation scripting

English proficiency

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitLab / Git

Jenkins

Artifactory

PowerShell / Bash / Python

Job description

System Engineer (m/f/d)

For our location in Kleve or Utrecht we are looking for a System Engineer (m/f/d) to join our team as soon as possible. Department: IT Location: Germany (Kleve) or Netherlands (Utrecht). Together, we make healthcare run better. At Medline, we are committed to improving healthcare by providing high-quality products, services, and technology solutions that support healthcare professionals across Europe. To strengthen our Infrastructure Operations team, we are looking for a Cloud Engineer who is passionate about operating, supporting, and continuously improving modern cloud platforms and services.

The opportunity

As a System Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing Medline's cloud infrastructure and container platforms, ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable services for business‑critical applications across Europe. You will work closely with infrastructure, application, security, and project teams to implement solutions, support operational excellence, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

How can you help us?

• Continuously maintain and improve our EU Azure cloud and Kubernetes infrastructure to ensure scalability, reliability, and high availability.
• Participate in architecture and design sessions related to cloud, infrastructure, Kubernetes, and DevOps platforms.
• Proactively resolve incidents and perform root cause analysis for critical issues related to Medline cloud infrastructure and the EU container platform.
• Work closely with Medline infrastructure and application teams to implement and manage secure, scalable, repeatable, and reliable infrastructure environments.
• Support and continuously improve Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), container platforms, ingress, networking, storage, and related platform services.
• Maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and support infrastructure automation and standardization.
• Support and optimize CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes, Helm charts, and GitOps practices.
• Support application teams with Kubernetes deployments, cloud infrastructure requirements, and platform‑related troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with teams across the IS organization to implement cloud and hybrid solutions that support business objectives.
• Support platform lifecycle activities including upgrades, patching, monitoring, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Create and maintain technical standards, operational procedures, and platform documentation.

Are you our match?

Required Qualifications

• In-depth expertise of container‑based infrastructure running on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or on‑premises Kubernetes platforms.
• 5+ years of technical experience in system engineering, infrastructure administration, cloud engineering, DevOps, and/or support of business‑critical systems.
• Exceptional working knowledge of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code practices.
• Working knowledge of version management and source control tools such as Azure DevOps, Git, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Azure and cloud-based infrastructure.
• A solid background in Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices.
• Strong knowledge of building and supporting mission‑critical infrastructure for business‑critical applications.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and drive issues to root cause.
• Skilled in managing Windows and Linux Server environments.
• Hands‑on knowledge with Kubernetes, Helm, container registries, ingress controllers, networking, storage and application deployment concepts.
• Remarkable experience with monitoring, log collection, analysis, and infrastructure performance optimization tools and practices.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing, DNS, firewalls, and load balancing.
• Solid experience with Rancher.
• Knowledge of software development practices and methodologies such as Agile, DevOps, and GitOps.
• Working knowledge of CI/CD and artifact management tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab, and Artifactory.
• Extensive experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, or Python is a plus.
• Ability to see the “big picture” and align technical solutions with the organization’s direction and standards.
• Strong service‑oriented mindset and ability to work effectively with application, infrastructure, security, and project teams.
• Motivated with a strong desire to deliver exceptional results in a fast‑growing and international organization.
• Professional proficiency in English, with German or additional language skills considered a plus.
• Strong security awareness and experience handling security vulnerabilities.

We have everything covered

• Modern IT Environment: Work with up‑to‑date tools, technologies, and high‑performance hardware to build reliable and innovative solutions.
• Hybrid Work Options: Benefit from a flexible setup that combines remote work with on‑site collaboration.
• Learning & Certifications: Access to training platforms, professional certifications, conferences, and continuous learning opportunities within the IT field.
• Meaningful Digital Projects: Contribute to impactful technology initiatives that directly support and improve healthcare operations across Europe.
• Strong IT Community: Collaborate within an international team that values knowledge‑sharing, mentoring, and cross‑functional teamwork.
• Competitive Compensation Package: Market‑aligned salary, performance‑based bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Wellbeing & Work‑Life Balance: Wellness resources, employee assistance support, and a generous paid‑time‑off offering.

Why Medline

Medline is one of the largest providers of medical‑surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain, and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial, and operational outcomes. Headquartered in the United States, Medline employs more than 45,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. In EMEA, we partner with healthcare providers to deliver clinically focused products and services built on four foundations: tradition, proximity to clients, reliability, and sustainability. By combining global scale with local insight, and building on its foundation of tradition, proximity to clients, reliability and sustainability, Medline helps healthcare run better — enabling clinicians to focus on what matters most: caring for patients.

To learn more about how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit www.medline.eu.

Ready to build, optimize and secure systems that keep our business running?

Through our culture of belonging, our agile and resilient global team is determined to get our customers exactly what they need, at the right time, every time. If you’re a self‑starter, eager to grow your career within a high‑performing environment, this is the place for you.

Medline is the largest provider of medical‑surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes.

Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories.

To learn more how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit www.medline.com.