IT Specialist / Computer Scientist (Kubernetes Platform) | Informatiker (m/w/d)
Westnetz GmbH
Job Summary
This role involves driving the strategic direction and implementation of the Kubernetes environment within the E.ON Group's shared process network platform (OT, IoT). The specialist will be responsible for designing and deploying system infrastructures with a strong focus on high availability and robust security, while staying current with industry trends and collaborating across various departments. Key responsibilities include advancing the use of containerization, ensuring cybersecurity compliance through audits, and representing Westnetz interests in high-level committees. The ideal candidate holds a degree in IT or a comparable field, possesses professional experience operating an on-prem Kubernetes platform, and is highly proficient with technologies such as Openshift/OKD, Rancher, RKE2, Service Mesh, CI/CD Pipeline, ArgoCD, and Harbor. This is an attractive opportunity to take on significant responsibility, contribute to the energy transition, and join a dynamic team within Germany’s largest distribution network operator.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Communications Technology, Information Technology, IT Security, or a comparable field
Experience
- Professional experience operating an on-prem Kubernetes Platform
- Experience in developing and implementing highly available and secure system infrastructures
- Experience in driving changes to optimize working methods and processes
- Experience representing organizational interests in high-level committees
Languages
Additional
- Valid Class B driver's license (Fahrerlaubnis Klasse B) required; Willingness to participate in on-call duty (Rufbereitschaft)
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