DevOps Engineer (Azure)

Who we are 

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 2,600+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds in general. SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated in our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients. While striving to deliver client value, we believe it is vital to consider our people and our planet in every business decision we make. Acting responsibly is not optional. It is essential.  

Join our diverse Client Services unit, a strategically vital division that provides technical support to our clients worldwide. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a DevOps Engineer with enthusiasm for IT infrastructure to join our global team.  

Your role as a DevOps Engineer will involve providing service and support to major clients in the global financial sector, specifically in operating their SimCorp applications using our as-a-service solution. 

You will be a valuable member of a scrum team responsible for setting up the infrastructure with our hosting providers. Your primary focus will be on maturing and automating the solution on the Azure platform. We are looking for a hands-on Microsoft Azure specialist who can effectively troubleshoot issues and drive innovative solutions. 

Why this role is important to us  

We anticipate that you thrive in an agile environment and possess excellent teamwork skills. Your proactive approach and commitment to completing tasks will be greatly valued. You should be comfortable working with some level of uncertainty and be dedicated to delivering on the team's commitments. This includes assisting others, sharing knowledge, providing support and maintenance, automating tests, conducting code reviews, and refining features. At Simcorp, we promote a work environment that encourages creativity, inclusivity, and teamwork, placing importance on a positive attitude, a mindset for learning. 

If you are proficient in utilizing Cloud Technology Tool stacks and have expertise in Windows OS and its applications. 

What is important for us is knowledge within automation and scripting tools like Ansible, Terraform, and PowerShell. 

If you're open to diving into a new platform, specifically Azure, then your search should end here. This is the perfect place for you. 

What will you be responsible for 

• Actively engage in Scrum events and contribute to the planning process to ensure the team achieves its goals, including defining the completion criteria for each sprint. 
• Collaborate with the product owner and fellow engineers to refine and enhance new features. 
• Uphold the integrity of the existing code base through maintenance and bug fixes. 
• Contribute to code reviews and formulate comprehensive test scenarios for the platform. 
• Foster continuous learning and development for yourself, the team, and our platform. 
• Construct and maintain solutions that optimize reliability, performance, and maintainability. 
• Play an active role in sharing knowledge and promoting a culture of knowledge sharing within the team. 
• Explore emerging technologies and evaluate potential solutions to improve our platform. 

What we value  

• Experience with Azure configuration tool stack (ARM templates, Bicep, Az PowerShell, Az CLI) 
• Hands-on experience working with modern CI/CD solutions. 
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps, Windows AD, AAD, DNS, Networking, PowerShell scripting, Python, Ansible/Terraform, and Azure. 
• Have a broad knowledge of IT Infrastructure automation in general. 
• Experience in designing and implementing automation for infrastructure provisioning and application deployment. 
• Experience in Azure Identity Management and access control security. 
• Experience with cloud monitoring, log analytics, and application insights. 
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with a service-oriented mindset. 
• Language skills: English level C1 both written & verbal. (European language scale - CEFR) 

Additional skills that would be valued:  

• Proficiency in working with Kubernetes, including cluster management, deployment, and orchestration. 
• Experience with Citrix DaaS, NetScaler solutions 
• Familiarity with Grafana/Prometheus monitoring stack. 

Opportunities 

By Joining our team, you will have the chance to:  

• Become part of a thriving company comprising collaborative, curious, courageous, and capable employees 
• Explore a multitude of exciting learning and development opportunities, supported by our unique learning guild. 
• Engage with highly skilled and supportive colleagues, each bringing their own diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 
• Join a company that not only values but actively advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, fostering a truly inclusive and empowering environment. 

Benefits  

• Flexible working hours  
• Possibility to choose the working model (remote in Poland with some occasional visits to the Warsaw Office / hybrid (20% time from the office in the year) / stationary from the office) 
• Private medical care  
• Sharing the costs of sports activities (Multisport Card)  
• Possibility to develop your career in an international environment  
• Professional training and courses
• German and English language classes  
• Integration events and charity projects