Senior Platform Engineer at DigitalService

We are dedicated to transforming the digital landscape of public administration. By partnering directly with government agencies, we create scalable, effective, and user-centered digital solutions. Our team of over 200 experts thrives on iterative product development and a commitment to building better framework conditions for the state. If you are passionate about using technology to make a tangible impact on public services, we would love to have you join our mission-driven organization.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to join us on a full-time basis. In this role, you will be a vital member of our platform team, which is responsible for building the internal tools and cloud infrastructure that allow our delivery teams to build reliable, cloud-native applications. You will work on complex technical challenges, helping us drive operational excellence while fostering a culture of developer enablement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement internal platform services and tools that simplify the developer experience, while evolving our infrastructure-as-code practices using technologies like Terraform, ArgoCD, and Kubernetes.
• Act as a consultant for project teams by providing expert support, creating comprehensive documentation, and proactively sharing knowledge to ensure high-velocity software delivery.
• Collaborate closely with delivery teams to identify technical debt and propose forward-thinking solutions that improve the performance, security, and cost-efficiency of our platform.

Requirements

To succeed in this position, you should bring significant experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, or SRE. We are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, container orchestration with Kubernetes, and modern CI/CD systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Python, or Java, alongside a strong grasp of Linux administration and networking.
• A product-oriented mindset that prioritizes the needs of internal developers and clear communication skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
• Fluency in English (C1 level) is required, and basic German language skills are highly desirable for our daily operations.

Location

This position is based in Germany and follows a hybrid work model.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a transparent and fair compensation structure. The salary for this role ranges from 70,000 to 78,000 EUR gross per year. Beyond your salary, you will enjoy several perks designed to support your professional and personal life:

• Hybrid work arrangements that offer flexibility in how and where you work.
• Access to an attractive pension scheme and an individual budget for personal expenses such as technology, food, or mobility.
• An annual training budget of up to 2,000 EUR plus five dedicated training days to support your growth.
• Workation options allowing you to work from other European countries for up to six weeks per year.
• Professional mental health support through nilo.health.