Platform Engineer - Cloud & Container Platforms

Axians Amanox
Zürich, Switzerland
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, German

Job location

Zürich, Switzerland

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Bash
Cloud Computing
Configuration Management
Computer Programming
Continuous Integration
DevOps
Programming Tools
Python
Openshift
Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL
Cloud Services
Ansible
Prometheus
Zabbix
Google Cloud Platform
Istio
System Availability
Grafana
Hyperconverged Infrastructure
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Cloudformation
Kubernetes
Hashicorp
Nutanix
Terraform
Splunk
ELK
Jenkins
Go

Job description

Join Axians Amanox as a Platform Engineer, focusing on cloud and container solutions. Work within a dynamic team on innovative projects., * Design scalable container platforms with Red Hat OpenShift and Kubernetes.

  • Build Internal Developer Platforms to enhance team productivity.
  • Architect cloud-native solutions prioritizing security and scalability., You will be part of a highly motivated cloud team and work on exciting projects at the intersection of cloud, automation, and artificial intelligence:
  • Design and implementation of scalable container platforms with Red Hat OpenShift, Nutanix Kubernetes Platform as well as hyperscaler solutions in private, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments
  • Building internal developer platforms (IDPs) that provide developer teams with self-service access to infrastructure and massively increase their productivity
  • Building AI platforms based on Kubernetes for the development and hosting of AI language models and ML applications.
  • Architecture and design of cloud-native solutions considering scalability, high availability, and security best practices
  • Container orchestration and management of complex Kubernetes clusters in enterprise environments
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation for automation and standardization

Automation & DevOps

  • Development and optimization of CI/CD pipelines with OpenShift Pipelines, AWS CodePipelines, Jenkins as well as GitOps (ArgoCD, Flux)
  • Implementation of monitoring & observability with Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, and OpenShift-native tools
  • Automation of deployments, configuration management, and platform operations
  • Container security: integration of security best practices throughout the platform (security by design)

Customer projects & innovation

  • Technical consulting and support for customers in cloud transformation and in the design and construction of a cloud native platform
  • Planning and coordination of complex private cloud and platform engineering projects
  • Close collaboration with technology partners (Red Hat, Nutanix, Hashicorp, etc.) to develop innovative solution offerings
  • Support throughout the entire lifecycle - from conception through implementation to operation
  • Sales engineering: technical support in the sales process and during proof-of-concepts
  • Co-shaping our cloud product portfolio through active participation in innovation projects, * You identify with our spirit: Be curious. Inspire customers. Live cloud.
  • You bring your own perspective, whether through technical depth, new ideas, or unusual approaches
  • Our values such as respect, responsibility, and collaboration mean more to you than just words

Requirements

  • Experience in platform engineering and cloud services is essential.
  • Proficiency in CI/CD tools like Jenkins and OpenShift Pipelines.
  • Strong communication skills in both English and German., * Solution-oriented and structured working style with high personal responsibility
  • Strong communication skills in German and English (written and spoken)
  • Passion for technology and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving environment
  • Team player mentality with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
  • Customer orientation with a professional and polished appearance
  • Flexibility and commitment for varied projects
  • Quick comprehension and enthusiasm for diving into new technologies and topics

Nice-to-have:

  • Understanding of platform engineering concepts and the development of internal developer platforms
  • Certifications such as Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift (RCOA), Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Native (NCP-CN), or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their Kubernetes services (EKS, AKS, GKE)
  • Experience with planning and implementing AI platforms as well as their development tools
  • Knowledge in hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI)
  • Programming skills in Python, Go, Bash, or similar languages
  • Experience with monitoring & observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, Zabbix)
  • Understanding of GitOps practices and tools like ArgoCD or Flux
  • Knowledge in service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd, etc.)
  • Experience with Kubernetes CNI solutions (Cilium, Calico, OVN, etc.)

Personal competencies

  • Solution-oriented and structured working style with high personal responsibility
  • Strong communication skills in German and English (written and spoken)
  • Passion for technology and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving environment
  • Team player mentality with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
  • Customer orientation with a professional and polished appearance
  • Flexibility and commitment for varied projects
  • Quick comprehension and enthusiasm for diving into new technologies and topics

About the company

We focus on innovative, scalable, and easy-to-operate cloud solutions. As Axians Amanox, we offer renowned companies of various sizes - often in a multinational environment - comprehensive consulting, planning, implementation, and long-term support of cloud and platform projects. With solid know-how, innovative strength, and the latest technologies, we aim to develop extraordinary solutions for our customers. With us, you work with leading technologies such as Red Hat OpenShift, Nutanix Kubernetes Platform, Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure, and modern cloud platforms. What we offer you * Exciting projects with the latest technologies at leading Swiss companies * Agile and efficient working environment with flat hierarchies * Continuous learning: certifications, training, and conferences (Red Hat, Nutanix, AWS, CNCF Community) * Technical excellence: work with the newest tools and platforms * Work-life balance: flexible working hours and home office options * Attractive conditions and modern infrastructure * Scope for creativity: your ideas are in demand - actively shape our product portfolio * Strong team: collegial collaboration with experienced cloud and platform experts Are you ready? Send us your complete application documents and become part of our engineering team. Together we build the cloud platforms of the future!

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