Lead DevOps Engineer

GFT is a digital transformation pioneer that develops sustainable solutions based on new technologies including artificial intelligence and blockchain/DLT. GFT experts create and implement scalable software applications that make access to innovative business models safe and easy.

Our client LGT Private Banking is launching the LGT Incubator and Accelerator, a dedicated HUB in Barcelona. We are working in close collaboration with them to build a talented team to develop sustainable software. Its goal is to design state-of-the-art digital products and services that enhance the customer experience.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic person willing to work as a Lead DevOps Engineer and interested in leading the LGT&GFT team. Are you interested in joining a multicultural team and participating in a challenging project?

Your main responsibilities will be: 

• Lead and mentor a team of DevOps engineers in the development and delivery of sustainable software products.
• Standardize, automate, and document the setup of development, testing, and production environments.
• Design and drive improvements to the full SDLC process, applying best practices.
• Maintain rapid deployment pipelines, CD infrastructure monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Actively participate in high-level team activities such as architecture improvements, process improvements, etc.
• Ensure service-level agreement requirements are met.

 
 Skills will help you to succeed: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least B2 level of English, written and spoken.
• Solid experience with Bazel and Helm.
• Experience working with monorepo. 
• Expertise using CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or TeamCity.
• Experience with test automation (Behavior-Driven Development and Functional Testing).
• Experience with both coding and infrastructure.
• Experience working in Agile projects applying methodologies such as Scrum.
• Experience in developing the branching strategy, automation strategies, and test plans.
• Expert knowledge in Infrastructure Automation tools such as Docker, Vagrant, or Chef.
• Experience with Cloud application design, management, and monitoring.

Tech Skills: 

• Automation: Experience automating software delivery processes using tools like Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or other similar automation tools.
• Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD): Proficiency in setting up, maintaining, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab.
• Cloud Computing: Proficiency in using cloud computing platforms like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to deploy and manage applications.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or Ansible to automate the process of deploying and managing infrastructure.
• Containerization and Orchestration: Experience working with containerization technologies like Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes or AKS to deploy and manage applications.
• Monitoring and Logging: Proficiency in setting up monitoring and logging systems using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Elasticsearch to ensure the health and performance of applications.
• Scripting: Proficiency in at least one scripting language like PowerShell or Bash to automate tasks and write custom scripts to support the software delivery process.

 Soft skills: 

• Understanding of the link between technical specialties and customer requirements.
• Understanding of industry best practices and standards.
• Fluent communication skills.
• Excellent team player: ability to lead and work with teams distributed geographically in different locations.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills for technical matters.
• Well-organized.
• Ability to identify problems and suggest mitigating and contingency actions.
• Proactive and motivated.
• Good coaching skills.

Our offer:

• Work-Life Balance and Flexibility: Option to work in a hybrid setup, flexible schedules, and compressed Fridays.
• Training and Development: Personalized plan and training programs.
• Social Benefits: Meal vouchers, life insurance, telecommuting support.
• Flexible Compensation: Adapted to your needs (health insurance, childcare, training, among others).
• Relocation Package (if applicable): Financial support, guidance, visa sponsorship.
• Referral Program.
• Wellness Program: Nutrition, Physical, Mental. Discounts with Gympass.
• Life at GFT: Smart offices, events, values awards, inspiring talks.
• International Corporate Culture.

At GFT we consider diversity as one of our main pillars and we foster an inclusive work environment based on cooperation and mutual respect.  We offer equal opportunities for everyone regardless of race, cultural background, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or religious beliefs. GFT has drafted and registered an Equality Plan that outlines the measures to be taken with the aim of achieving equal treatment and opportunities between women and men within the company, and eliminating, if present, discrimination based on gender.

 Join our Global Team!