Senior Platform Engineer – Kubernetes, Linux

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Manage, enhance, and ensure the security of multiple Kubernetes clusters operating on virtual machines.

• Oversee Linux-based systems, including physical servers, virtual machines, and NAS devices.

• Develop and maintain a stable, manageable, and auditable platform environment.

• Automate operational, deployment, and maintenance tasks (Bash is essential; familiarity with additional tools is a plus).

• Implement security-by-design principles: system hardening, access management, secrets handling, logging, monitoring, and traceability.

• Execute the technical implementation of requirements from C5 and ISO 27018, converting standards into specific technical controls.

• Create audit-ready structures, documentation, and evidence.

• Handle incidents within the infrastructure context (2nd-level), including analysis and sustainable remediation.

• Collaborate closely with external security and compliance partners.

• Continuously enhance the stability, security, and transparency of our systems.

⛳️ Requirements

• Multiple years of experience in managing complex Linux infrastructures.

• Strong practical experience with Kubernetes in production settings.

• Profound knowledge of Linux systems, networking, and storage solutions.

• Exceptional Bash programming skills with a proactive automation mindset.

• Comprehensive understanding of IT security, including system and network hardening, access control, identity management, logging, monitoring, and incident response.

• Experience or a strong interest in security and compliance topics such as C5, ISO 27018, or similar standards.

• Capability to pragmatically and technically implement security and compliance requirements.

• A structured and responsible working approach—designing systems that can endure an audit.

• Passion for building systems from the ground up and maintaining them for the long term.

• Proficient German language skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Maximum flexibility in your workplace: 100% remote, hybrid, or 100% on-site in St. Wendel—whichever fits your lifestyle best.

• Regular training and professional development opportunities to keep you technically and professionally updated.

• A collaborative, pragmatic team dedicated to making a difference with streamlined decision-making processes.

• A competitive salary that aligns with your experience, responsibilities, and position.

• 30 days of vacation.

• For employees who are not working remotely: a modern office equipped with a shower, washing machine, and high-quality espresso machine.