DevOps Engineer

EvolveTalent; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

EvolveTalent is representing a European client seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to design, build, and scale cloud-native applications for a secure, high-availability platform.

The role sits at the intersection of software development and infrastructure automation, with a strong DevSecOps focus and a collaborative, cross-border team culture.

Qualifications

• Fluent English in written and spoken; country language skills are a plus.
• 3–5 years of IT experience with modern public cloud architectures.
• Strong background in robust software development and infrastructure automation.
• Agile mindset with customer focus; comfortable in Scrum/Kanban environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy cloud-native applications; write clean code and test rigorously.
• Engage with upstream/open-source communities; adopt upstream-first development.
• Develop end-to-end automation to improve platform reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate in a cross-functional team with knowledge sharing at the core.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Independent problem solving

Self-driven

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Location: Hybrid with 40% working on-site (must be based within the European Union - Spain, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, or Germany)
Experience Level: Mid-to-Senior (3–5 years)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Proposed Compensation: €60,000 - €75,000

About the Company

Our client is a leading European provider of integrated communication and technology solutions. The company drives digital innovation in the areas of connectivity, security, and cloud, and supports customers worldwide in their digital transformation. Driven by strict DevSecOps principles, our mission is to deliver a secure, highly resilient, and innovative cloud ecosystem that meets the highest European security and data privacy standards. We operate with lean structures, agile methodologies, and a highly collaborative, cross-border team dynamic. If you are a cloud evangelist who thrives on solving the complex engineering challenges of hyper-scale platforms, we offer a unique opportunity to see how a massive cloud ecosystem works "under the hood".

The Role & Your Impact

As a Cloud Software Engineer, you will sit at the intersection of modern software development and infrastructure automation. You will design, build, and scale new products and automation solutions that enhance our core cloud platform and elevate the user experience.

• Build & Deploy: Develop innovative applications for our cloud ecosystem; write clean code, test rigorously, and deploy frequently.
• Upstream Collaboration: Actively engage with the open-source community, adopting an "upstream-first" approach to development.
• End-to-End Automation: Utilize advanced automation frameworks to streamline platform operations, eliminate manual bottlenecks, and maximize service reliability.
• Team Synergy: Work within an open, trusting, and cross-functional team of specialists where knowledge sharing and mutual support are the cultural baseline.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related scientific field, or equivalent practical/professional training.
• Cloud Expertise: 3–5 years of professional IT experience heavily focused on modern public cloud architectures.
• Engineering Depth: A strong background in robust software development practices alongside proven experience in infrastructure automation.
• Agile Mindset: Comfortable operating within agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban) and maintaining a high level of customer focus.
• Location & Compliance: Must be living and working within the European Union to comply with strict regional data sovereignty and privacy regulations.
• Communication: Fluency in both written and spoken English, andknowledge of the language of the country of residencewill be considered as an advantage.

Technical Skill Requirements

• Core Development: Proficiency in backend programming languages—specifically Python, Go, Groovy, Java, or C/C++.
• API & Networking: Strong experience in API development and documentation (REST, gRPC, OpenAPI), alongside solid knowledge of core network protocols (BGP, DNS, SSH, HTTP/HTTPS, PKI/TLS).
• Containers & Orchestration: Hands-on experience with Docker and container management, plus Kubernetes proficiency (working with kubectl, Helm, and native K8s objects).
• DevOps Culture: A strong DevSecOps mindset with a solid grasp of CI/CD concepts, version control pipelines, and automated Linux administration/troubleshooting.
• Testing & Quality: Experience utilizing automation testing frameworks such as Robot Framework or Selenium.
• Security First: A foundational understanding of application, cloud, network, and data security standards.
• Soft Skills: Sharp analytical capabilities, independent problem-solving skills, and a self-driven working style.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)

• Hands-on experience with OpenStack architecture and its core modules.
• An active track record of programming or contributing to open-source software projects.

Interested?

If you are a Cloud Development rising star looking to take the next step in your career within a leading European provider of integrated communication and technology solutions, we would be delighted to hear from you.