Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
8 years of experience with systems automation, and with systems design and implementation.
3 years of experience in a technical leadership role; overseeing projects, with 2 years of experience in a people management role.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Level 2 security clearance (SÜ2) under the German Classification Act (SÜG).
Preferred qualifications:
Knowledge of Linux, Kubernetes, Storage, TCP/IP, and networking concepts (e.g., PXE boot, Subnets, VLANs, Jumbo Frames, LACP, NIC Teaming, Unicast/Broadcast/Multicast, ACLs, DNS, DHCP, SSH).
Ability to lead and manage a high-performing engineering team of 10-15 technical professionals.
Ability to build relationships and to empathize with customers and understand their needs.
Ability to travel internationally up to 25% of the time as needed.
Excellent problem-solving skills, coupled with a sense of ownership.