Cloud Operations Engineer

Outokumpu; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 122,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private life insurance

Comprehensive medical care

Pension scheme

Multisport card

Annual performance bonus

Accident-free bonus

Modern Katowice office

Job summary

Outokumpu, a leader in sustainable stainless steel, is hiring for a cloud operations role in Katowice. You will manage cloud incidents, maintain Azure-based infrastructure, and develop automation and IaC to enhance reliability. The position offers a hybrid work model with strong collaboration across international teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of cloud operations experience, Azure expertise, and proficiency with Azure DevOps/CI/CD pipelines, plus excellent English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in cloud operations or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and cloud operations.
• Experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve cloud incidents, service requests, and changes per SLAs.
• Maintain and improve cloud infrastructure for availability, reliability, and security.
• Develop automation and IaC solutions to reduce manual work.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud issues and collaborate with internal teams.
• Support service improvement by optimizing processes and platform capabilities.

Skills

Cloud operations

Azure

CI/CD pipelines

Networking

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

Cloud infrastructure tools

Job description

Outokumpu is accelerating the green transition as the global leader in sustainable stainless steel. Our business is rooted in the circular economy: our products are made from 95% recycled materials and are fully recyclable. Our stainless steel is used across society—from infrastructure and mobility to household appliances.

We are committed to the 1.5°C climate target and, with up to 75% lower carbon footprint than the industry average, we help our customers reduce their emissions.

Together, we are working towards a world that lasts forever. Outokumpu employs approximately 8,200 professionals in close to 30 countries, with headquarters in Helsinki, Finland, and shares listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Learn more at www.outokumpu.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve cloud incidents, service requests, and operational changes according to established SLAs.
• Maintain and improve cloud infrastructure, ensuring availability, reliability, and security.
• Develop automation, scripting, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions to reduce manual effort.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues and collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
• Support continuous service improvement by identifying opportunities to optimize processes and platform capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in cloud operations, infrastructure engineering, or cloud platform administration.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and cloud operations.
• Experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
• Good understanding of networking, identity management, monitoring, and cloud security.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple activities in a dynamic environment.
• Good communication skills and fluency in English.

What We Offer

• International, diverse, and highly collaborative working environment
• Hybrid work model (2 times per week on-site)
• Private life insurance (Ergo Hestia)
• Comprehensive medical care (Lux Med)
• Pension scheme (PPK with PZU)
• Multisport card supporting an active lifestyle
• Annual performance bonus (STI) rewarding results and contribution
• Accident-free bonus awarded when defined safety targets are met and no incidents occur on the manufacturing site
• Modern office located at Żelazna 2, Katowice

Salary range in Poland: 10,920 - 13 600 zl. gross. Final offer depends on candidate's experience and competence.