Senior Platform Engineer

DevOps Engineer – Senior or Mid-Level (Full Remote / EU Time Zone)

We’re supporting an international engineering-driven company in scaling their platform team. They’re looking for one Senior or one strong Mid-Level DevOps Engineer to join their remote-first setup.

This is a long-term opportunity (permanent preferred, freelance up to 6 months possible).

About the Role

The DevOps function has become a bottleneck and risk factor in the company’s growth. The team urgently needs reinforcement to ensure platform stability, improve automation, and drive forward new initiatives.
This is a chance to work on complex production systems, take ownership, and grow your skill set in a highly collaborative environment.

Work Setup & Culture

• 100% remote – Europe-based time zone preferred
• Team spread across Germany, India, Dubai, Spain, and Africa
• Flat hierarchy, modern, and flexible environment
• Collaborative culture with high autonomy
• Two company events per year (all expenses covered for winter retreat; summer BBQ partly funded)

What We’re Looking For

Self-driven, motivated engineers who thrive in dynamic environments
Openness to ownership, decision-making, and independent work
No hand-holding – you should bring solid DevOps experience to work safely on live production systems
Strong in one or two core areas, eager to expand in others

Technical Stack

Must-Haves:

• Kubernetes
• Terraform
• Docker
• Strong scripting (Python, Bash)
• Solid communication skills

Nice-to-Haves:

• AWS
• CI/CD (Jenkins, etc.)
• Security / networking knowledge
• Database administration
• Previous software development experience

Communication

• English required for Slack, meetings, and documentation
• Clear communication skills essential
• German is not required

Interview Process

• Initial Interview – motivation, career history, cultural fit
• Technical Interview – live coding & technical discussion
• Final Interview – meet the team & leadership

Perks & Benefits

• Learning budget (individually negotiated)
• “Freaky Friday” – one day/month for self-directed learning & development
• Remote-first setup with strong, open culture
• Meetings only in the morning – afternoons free for focus work