Nearshore Sector |IT Infrastructure Manager

Devoteam; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Devoteam seeks an IT Infrastructure Manager to drive the digital reliability of its core backend architecture, bridging strategy and day-to-day execution across networks, servers and cloud environments while partnering with the Modern Workplace team.

The role focuses on leading two backend pillars, migrating to automated IaC in multi-cloud setups, and ensuring high availability with strong emphasis on GDPR, NIS2 and European compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of IT infrastructure experience with 3+ years leading backend operations teams in an international context.
• Experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Strong DevOps, ITIL v4, and GDPR/compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and drive execution across two backend pillars: Systems (Cloud First) and Network Architecture.
• Oversee migration from legacy infrastructure to automated, software-defined environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) using IaC.
• Manage global networking architectures (SD-WAN, SASE, VPNs, Firewalls) for uninterrupted connectivity.
• Collaborate with local IT departments across the EMEA region to harmonize stacks and standards.
• Target 99.9%+ availability for critical backend systems and manage incident/change workflows.

Skills

Cloud environments

Infrastructure as Code

Networking architectures

DevOps principles

FinOps / cloud cost control

English fluency

GDPR / EU compliance

Tools

Terraform

Job description

At Devoteam, we believe that technology with strong human values can actively drive change for the better. Discover how Tech for People unlocks the future, creating a positive impact on the people and the world around us. We are a global leading player in Digital Transformation for leading organisations across EMEA, with a revenue of €1B.

We believe in transforming technology to create value for our clients, partners and employees in a world where technology is developed for people. We are proud of the culture we have built together. We are proud of our people at the service of technology. We are proud of our diverse environment. Because we are #TechforPeople. Join our multidisciplinary team of Cloud experts, Designers, Business consultants, Security experts, Engineers, Developers and other extraordinary talents, spread across more than 20 EMEA countries. Become one of our +10.000 tech and business leaders on cloud, data and cyber security.

Let’s fuse creativity with technology together and build innovative solutions that actively change things for the better.

Job Description

We’re looking for a hands‑on, execution‑focused IT Infrastructure Manager to drive the digital reliability of our core backend architecture. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), you will bridge high‑level strategy and day‑to‑day execution, focusing entirely on networks, servers, and cloud environments while partnering closely with the Modern Workplace team.

• Lead, mentor, and drive execution across two core backend pillars: Systems (Cloud First) and Network Architecture.
• Drive the continuous migration and management from legacy infrastructure to automated, software‑defined environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) using Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Manage, secure, and optimize global corporate and cloud networking architectures (SD-WAN, SASE, VPNs, switches/routers) to ensure uninterrupted connectivity across all sites.
• Partner collaboratively with local IT departments across the EMEA region to harmonize core technology stacks and drive unified infrastructure standards.
• Target 99.9%+ availability for critical backend systems, actively managing major Incident, Problem, and Change workflows for the infrastructure layer.
• Manage the I&O budget, utilizing FinOps methodologies to control cloud consumption and optimize backend hardware procurement.
• Maintain, test, and evolve robust Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) plans tailored for cloud and hybrid footprints.
• Partner directly with the CISO to embed DevSecOps security into core backend systems, ensuring strict alignment with GDPR, NIS2, and European compliance mandates.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure, with at least 3+ years directly managing specialized backend operational teams (Network, Cloud Systems) in an international context
• Strong technical expertise in modern Cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Deep understanding of modern enterprise networking architectures (SD-WAN, SASE, VPNs, Firewalls)
• Practical understanding of DevOps principles in the context of ITIL v4 framework (ITIL v3 Foundation required)
• Highly operational and pragmatic mindset with the grit to "run the last mile" and ensure complex backend projects cross the finish line
• Strong financial acumen with hands‑on experience in cloud cost control (FinOps) and backend procurement
• Full professional fluency in English (written and spoken)

Additional Information

The Devoteam Group works for equal opportunities, promoting its employees based on merit and actively fights against all forms of discrimination. We are convinced that diversity contributes to the creativity, dynamism and excellence of our organization. All of our vacancies are open to people with disabilities.