Software Engineer DevOps (AWS)

TL;DR

Software Engineer DevOps (AWS): Securing and optimizing cloud-native e-commerce platforms with an accent on Kubernetes security, automated CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code. Focus on integrating AI-powered security tooling, enhancing observability, and enabling fast, reliable software delivery within a collaborative platform enablement team.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Leiden, Netherlands (Hybrid). No relocation or work permit sponsorship provided.

Company

A leading online IT partner in the Nordics and Benelux, focused on IT innovation, sustainability, and circularity.

What you will do

• Embed security controls and automation into CI/CD pipelines to secure the software development lifecycle.
• Optimize and secure AWS cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes environments.
• Implement proactive threat detection, vulnerability management, and observability solutions.
• Collaborate with Web, Data, and QA teams to deliver secure, scalable digital services.
• Leverage AI-powered development and security tools to improve developer productivity.

Requirements

• Must have valid work authorization for the Netherlands; no sponsorship provided.
• Bachelor's degree level of working and thinking.
• Proven experience in DevSecOps, Platform Engineering, or Security Engineering.
• Strong technical skills in AWS, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK).
• Proficiency in GitOps tools (ArgoCD or Flux) and scripting (Bash/Python).
• English proficiency required.

Culture & Benefits

• Collective health insurance plan available.
• 27 vacation days based on a 40-hour work week.
• Pension scheme with 13% premium rate (9% employer contribution).
• Home office setup provided with daily work-from-home allowance.
• Access to hirify.global Academy for continuous personal and professional growth.

Hiring process

• Telephone screening with Talent Acquisition.
• Intro meeting with the Hiring Manager and team members.
• First interview and case discussion.
• Second interview with the Director of Product & Platform Engineering.