Platform Engineer

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!

The Role

• Take responsibility for the operation, stability, and further development of our managed Kubernetes service, focusing on reliability, security, and performance.

• Develop and operate automated workflows for provisioning, operating, and rolling out our Kubernetes platform and cloud-native services using tools like GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD (GitOps), and Crossplane (IaC).

• Collaborate closely with Managed Observability and Managed PostgreSQL teams, advise on cloud-native application deployments, and support colleagues with Kubernetes, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation queries.

• Plan and implement updates, security patches, and new product versions for our managed Kubernetes service to ensure secure, highly available, and modern platform operations.

• Establish and maintain platform policies and security standards, including with Kyverno, and actively drive the technological advancement of the entire tool stack.

What You'll Need

• Several years of practical experience in operating and developing Kubernetes platforms (managed or self-hosted), with a deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, security, and scaling.

• A successfully completed university degree (e.g., Computer Science, Business Informatics, or equivalent), ideally with above-average performance and a strong technical focus.

• Very good knowledge of Kubernetes, GitLab CI/CD, ArgoCD, Crossplane, and ideally experience with Kyverno; proficient in Infrastructure-as-Code, GitOps patterns, and container technologies like Docker.

• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken, enabling clear communication of complex technical content in international and German-speaking teams.

• A proactive, structured, and solution-oriented approach, high self-responsibility, team spirit, and the passion to continuously improve our platform with new ideas, clean automation, and a high quality standard.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary

• Flexible hybrid work model with two days per week remote.

• Opportunities for professional development through an in-house academy and external partners.

• Access to wellness facilities including a canteen with healthy options and a fitness studio with weekly classes.

Apply via Haystack today!