Expert DevSecOps Process Automation (m/w/d)

About Vodafone Deutschland

Vodafone Deutschland is an innovative technology and service group, providing communication and service solutions. With a customer base of half the German population, Vodafone's technology connects everyone and everything, everywhere, whether for internet, phone, or TV. For over 30 years, Vodafone has been transforming lives and is committed to expanding 5G and Gigabit connections across Germany. The company fosters an inclusive environment where employees can be themselves, share inspiration, discover new opportunities, develop professionally, and make a difference. Vodafone encourages collaboration through various networks, including Women4Women, the Father's Network, and LGBT+ networks, promoting diversity and equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, social background, or disability.

Expert DevSecOps Process Automation (m/f/d)

Job ID: 276914

What to Expect:

• Ensure continuous 24/7 availability and high performance of all managed platforms and applications as an Expert DevSecOps (m/f/d).
• Continuously analyze and optimize systems and build effective monitoring.
• Coordinate and drive the independent, goal-oriented processing of tasks and resolve complex incidents, collaborating closely with development units, external suppliers, and service providers.
• Contribute to the design of modern software architectures for IT systems and cloud environments, and participate in the creation of technical specifications and software requirements.
• Enhance software quality through systematic error analysis in incident and problem management, conduct regular reviews with development, testing, and delivery teams, and implement secure, performant, and scalable software components.
• Independently conduct tests using contemporary, suitable testing methods, utilizing existing concepts and procedures.
• Ensure the operational readiness of new solutions by incorporating operational requirements early and actively supporting feasibility and implementation phases.
• Automate workflows by analyzing and optimizing procedures and methods, and continuously develop reporting, monitoring, and alarming.
• Monitor system utilization as part of capacity management and initiate appropriate measures for stabilization or expansion as needed.
• Define development measures for platforms and infrastructure and make informed decisions regarding their implementation.
• Serve as the point of contact for all users of the managed applications, systems, and platforms, including Sales, Customer Operations, Enterprise, and Network.
• Represent the department in internal committees and with partners for the coordination and implementation of process changes.
• Support the maintenance and further development of the processing tools used by fulfillment and service units.

What Sets You Apart:

• Successfully completed studies in Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Engineering, or Business Administration, or an IT-related vocational training.
• Minimum 5-6 years of professional experience in IT, in the development or operation of complex system landscapes.
• Sound experience in application operations.
• In-depth knowledge in the following areas:
  • Operating systems (e.g., AIX / HP-UX / Sun Solaris / Linux / Windows)
  • Automation or ticketing systems (e.g., Remedy)
  • Databases (e.g., Oracle / PostgreSQL) and standard applications (ideally BMC ERP / CRM / Billing / Mediation)
  • Proficient programming skills in Python, Unix Shell programming, Unix Command Line Tools, Java, REST.
  • Good understanding of complex IT landscapes and their interrelationships, in-depth experience with CI/CD toolchains (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
  • Proficient in SQL and advanced knowledge of PL/SQL scripting.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Helm), proficient with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and "Infrastructure as Code" (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
  • Good experience with monitoring tools and log analysis (e.g., Grafana, Dynatrace, Datadog).
• Analytical, solution-oriented, and entrepreneurial thinking and acting.
• Good knowledge of ITIL processes and their practical application.
• Familiar with DevSecOps principles.
• Experience with agile methodologies such as Scrum.
• In-depth network and protocol knowledge, especially TCP/IP routing, HTTP protocol, REST APIs, and experience in load balancing.
• High customer orientation and the ability to win and retain customers long-term.
• Willingness to innovate and take risks.
• Several years of project experience (e.g., migration projects, introduction of new software, etc.).
• Experience in intercultural communication and collaboration.
• Ability to present complex issues in an audience-appropriate manner.
• High resilience and confident handling of critical situations.
• Fluent and expert English language skills (C1 according to GER).
• Fluent German language skills or the willingness to acquire them promptly.

This position can be full-time or near full-time part-time (minimum 30 hours).

Your strengths and experiences count. Diversity and equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and consider them with particular attention in case of equal suitability.

We are filling this position at the Düsseldorf, Eschborn, Berlin, or Unterföhring locations for Vodafone GmbH.

Benefits:

• Flexibility: Hybrid Working allows you to work from the office or up to 3 days/week from home. Additionally, you can work up to 20 days per year within the EU and in more and more non-EU countries.
• Attractive Remuneration and Pension Plan: As a tariff employee, you receive holiday and Christmas bonuses or a 13th salary depending on the remuneration model. Our pension plan also provides company pension provision.
• Further Training: You decide which of our learning and training programs you use to foster your individual development.
• Work-Life Balance: Whether it's childcare, health & mindfulness programs, or a fitness studio: you can flexibly shape your job and your private life. We support you, including with the care of relatives.
• Discounts and Additional Benefits: As an employee, you receive special offers on all our products for mobile, landline, internet, and TV.

Who We Are:

Vodafone celebrates and promotes diversity and inclusion. We are as diverse as our customers and society. Regardless of ethnic origin, skin color, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, political affiliation, union membership, nationality, health status, social background, or cultural background: there is no place for discrimination at Vodafone.

Together we can. JBRP1_DE