Technical Lead - Cloud Operations (m/w/d)

About the Position

Technical Lead - Cloud Operations (m/w/d)

Ready to shape the future of cloud technology?

Wibu-Systems is an innovative technology leader in the global market for software protection and licensing. Founded in 1989, the company aims to provide the highest level of protection, licensing, and security for digital assets and intellectual property in an increasingly connected world. Our solutions are used worldwide by software manufacturers and manufacturers of smart devices that distribute their applications for PCs, mobile devices, embedded systems, controls, and microcontrollers. We now employ around 150 colleagues worldwide who are looking forward to your support.

Start at our headquarters in Karlsruhe as a

Technical Lead - Cloud Operations (m/w/d)

In the Cloud Team, you will find an environment where innovation and development are top priorities. Together, we develop modern cloud solutions, use the latest technologies, and ensure secure and highly available systems worldwide.

As a Technical Lead Cloud Operations / Senior Cloud Systems Engineer (m/w/d), you will take on a central technical role within our Wibu Operating Services (WOPS). You will provide the team with technical and professional guidance, coordinate technical issues, and ensure stable operations and reliable operation of our cloud services together with your colleagues.

The technical and professional leadership of the team is an essential part of this position. Depending on experience, interest, and personal development, the role may also include disciplinary management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Take on Technical Leadership: You will take on the technical and professional leadership of the WOPS team, set technical guidelines and priorities, and support the team in architecture, technology, and operational decisions.
• Coordinate the Team: You will coordinate technical tasks and responsibilities within the team and ensure transparent coordination, effective collaboration, and high service quality.
• Activate Cloud Power: You will administer and further develop our cloud server infrastructure on AWS and ensure smooth application operation of our fully managed cloud solutions.
• Drive Innovation: You will be responsible for technical changes from the rollout of new high-availability systems to the modernization of the Wibu-Systems public cloud infrastructure on AWS.
• Keep Systems in View: You will monitor our services, recognize technical risks and problems early, and initiate appropriate measures.
• Manage Operations: You will ensure the highly available operation of our hosting services in the cloud and data center and the compliance with the guaranteed service level agreements (SLAs) together with the team.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: You will actively drive technical collaboration with DevSecOps, development, and other technical teams.
• Master Technical Challenges: You will support complex technical issues in 2nd- and 3rd-level support and act as a technical sparring partner for the team and customers.
• Rethink Processes: You will analyze key figures, derive measures, and optimize processes, technical standards, and workflows in terms of quality, efficiency, and scalability.
• Technical Project Leadership: You will take on the technical leadership of implementation and migration projects from conception and architecture to successful implementation.
• Optional People Leadership: If it fits your profile and interests, you can also take on disciplinary management responsibilities for the team.

Requirements

• Completed IT studies (e.g., technical computer science) or comparable qualification with relevant professional experience
• Long-term professional experience in system integration, with at least 5 years of experience in operating cloud services, especially AWS
• Experience in professional or technical leadership of teams, projects, or complex technical projects
• Ability to prepare, represent, and implement technical decisions together with an experienced team
• Experience in disciplinary employee management is a plus but not a requirement
• Strong knowledge of containerization, load balancing, and network management, especially with GitLab, Kubernetes, and Terraform
• Solid knowledge of web servers such as Apache and Tomcat, SQL databases, and Linux, especially Ubuntu and Debian
• High customer and service orientation
• Independent and structured working style, hands-on mentality, and enjoyment in passing on knowledge and driving technical topics forward
• Language skills: German (C1) and English (B2)

We Offer

• Your workplace is located in our modern, air-conditioned office in the Südstadt (City Park) area of Karlsruhe.
• Due to the central location, we are easily accessible by car, bicycle, and public transport. An underground garage offers ample space for your car or bicycle.
• During your working hours, you can charge your e-car or e-bike free of charge in our underground garage.
• We subsidize the Germany Ticket as a job ticket and offer you the JobRad.
• In addition to your attractive salary, you will receive an annual success-based bonus.
• You can choose your annual leave flexibly - up to 40 days per year are possible.
• We place great emphasis on further training and offer you the opportunity to do so internally and externally.
• We offer flexible working time models, the possibility of mobile working, short communication channels, and a Du-Kultur - from interns to the board.
• We celebrate our successes together: at the Christmas party, the summer or release party.

Ready to shape the future?

Then apply now online with your possible start date and your salary expectation.

Please note:

For organizational and data protection reasons, we can only consider applications that are submitted through our online career portal. Applications sent by email will not be processed and will be deleted in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

About the Company

Wibu-Systems is an innovative technology leader in the global market for software protection and licensing. Founded in 1989, the company aims to provide the highest level of protection, licensing, and security for digital assets and intellectual property in an increasingly connected world. Our solutions are used worldwide by software manufacturers and manufacturers of smart devices that distribute their applications for PCs, mobile devices, embedded systems, controls, and microcontrollers. We now employ around 150 colleagues worldwide who are looking forward to your support.

Contact

Elisabeth Weißenbacher

Phone: 072193172550

Email: [email protected]