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# Lead Engineer (all genders) - Cloud Application Operations & Maintenance

- **Company:** TECOSIM Group
- **Location:** Raunheim, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Databases, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Middleware, Information Technology Operations, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Release Management, System Testing, Containerization, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Docker
- **Published:** June 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c91dafcce73d41d6

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Python?, * bringing 5-8+ years of experience in cloud application operations, DevOps, or IT operations

 * coordinating complex technical topics or deliveries even without direct people management responsibility
 * demonstrating strong experience in operating cloud-based applications on AWS, Azure, or Alibaba Cloud
 * applying solid knowledge of Linux-based environments and container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
 * handling incident, problem, and change management in production environments with confidence
 * contributing to application updates, release management, and lifecycle processes
 * understanding testing in an operations context, including integration testing, system validation, and release verification
 * working with test automation and CI/CD pipelines
 * applying security and compliance practices, ideally in the context of NIS2, ISO27001, or similar frameworks
 * leveraging monitoring, observability, and automation tools such as Python, Bash, and CI/CD
 * working in a structured and solution-oriented way while connecting technical and organizational aspects
 * communicating effectively and managing stakeholders confidently, supported by fluent English skills

## Description

* coordinating and driving activities in cloud application operations in close collaboration with senior engineers and stakeholders
 * ensuring stable and reliable operation of cloud-based applications and services across AWS, Azure, and Alibaba Cloud
 * taking ownership of critical incidents (P1/P2), leading root cause analyses, and driving sustainable resolutions
 * planning and executing application and platform updates, including releases, middleware, databases, and Kubernetes deployments
 * defining and ensuring testing activities such as integration, regression, and acceptance testing in release cycles
 * collaborating with development and IT teams to ensure stable and production-ready deployments
 * implementing and refining NIS2-related requirements, especially in operational security, monitoring, and risk management
 * driving continuous improvement through automation, stability enhancements, and performance optimization
 * monitoring and reporting KPIs and SLAs to ensure transparency and service quality
 * aligning with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery and operations
 * improving ITIL/ITSM processes and optimizing service management workflow


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