Cloud Engineer

About The Company netgo is one of Germany's leading IT service providers, renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to excellence. With over 1,500 employees across multiple locations nationwide, netgo offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters growth and development.

The company values modern workplaces, a family-friendly atmosphere, and engaging challenges that inspire its team members. As part of the netgo group, employees have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the IT infrastructure and cloud computing sectors, making a tangible impact on clients' digital transformation journeys.

About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Platform Architect (m/w/d) specializing in OpenStack and VMware to join our remote team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving the technical evolution of our multi-tenant cloud platforms, designing new cloud services, and shaping the strategic direction of our cloud engineering efforts.

This position offers the flexibility of working 100% remotely within Germany, allowing you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients from anywhere in the country.

As the highest technical authority within our cloud team, you will develop and refine platform architectures, oversee the integration of network, security, storage, and compute components, and ensure scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions. Your expertise will directly influence the future of our cloud infrastructure, supporting the company's growth and innovation objectives.

Qualifications

• A completed degree in Computer Science or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of experience in designing and operating complex cloud and data center infrastructures, with at least three years dedicated to designing multi-tenant platforms.
• Deep expertise in OpenStack and/or VMware technologies, including vSphere, NSX, vSAN, and vCloud Director.
• Comprehensive knowledge of data center network architecture, enterprise storage solutions, and security concepts.
• Proven experience in designing tenant-isolated platforms with robust security measures.
• Practical experience with automation tools and Infrastructure-as-Code solutions such as Terraform, Ansible, and APIs.
• Strong communication skills to articulate complex architectures and advocate for technical decisions.
• Experience collaborating with pre-sales teams and engaging with clients on a technical level.
• Willingness to participate in on-call duty rotations and occasional on-site customer meetings, approximately 2-4 days per month.
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.
• Relevant industry certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Architect and continuously enhance our multi-tenant cloud platforms based on OpenStack and VMware.
• Design comprehensive data center, networking, and security architectures, including backbone infrastructure, firewalls, and network segmentation.
• Integrate networking, security, storage, and compute components to create cohesive cloud solutions.
• Create detailed platform blueprints, operational concepts, and scaling models to support growth and efficiency.
• Perform sizing and capacity planning for compute, storage, and network resources to ensure optimal performance.
• Design innovative cloud services and contribute to expanding our service portfolio.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for potential integration into our cloud environment.
• Assist pre-sales teams with architecture design, capacity planning, and effort estimation, dedicating approximately 10-15% of your time.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive architecture documentation, standards, and guidelines.
• Act as a technical sparring partner for engineers, consultants, and team leads, providing expert guidance.
• Participate in team on-call rotations to ensure high availability and support.

Benefits Work-Life-Balance &

• Flexibility:

• Flexible working hours with trust-based time management.
• 30 days of vacation per year to promote personal well-being.
• Option to work up to three months per year from an EU country of your choice.

Fitness &

• Health

• Free training sessions at the netgo fitness club and subsidized Urban Sports Club memberships.
• Participation in regular health programs in collaboration with Techniker Krankenkasse.

Professional Development

• Access to ongoing training and certifications to stay current with industry trends.
• Opportunities to earn certifications through our in-house Pearson VUE testing center.

Mobility &

• Equipment

• Company cars or electric vehicles for client visits.
• Exclusive JobRad programs for bicycle commuting.
• Budget for work attire, easily ordered online for comfort and practicality.

Savings &

• Security

• Contributions towards retirement plans and wealth-building initiatives.

Additional Perks

• Discounts with over 1,500 providers and access to Ticketsprinter for event tickets.
• Family-friendly subsidies, including support for childcare costs.

Equal Opportunity netgo is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, or disability. Our hiring practices are based solely on qualifications and merit, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success.