System Engineer, Compute & Virtualization

Elia Group

. Design, standardization, and strategic advancement of compute platforms (virtualization, x86 server infrastructure, and management systems), taking architectural, security, and compliance requirements as well as technology roadmaps into account .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and managing compute platforms, with a strong focus on Infrastructure as Code, automation, and compliance. Proficient in conducting technical evaluations and implementing disaster recovery measures while ensuring high availability and security.

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Infrastructure As Code (IaC)VMware EnvironmentsPython ProgrammingDisaster Recovery PlanningGitOps

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Hard Skills

Compute Platform DesignVirtualizationPerformance ManagementCapacity ManagementAutomation SolutionsSecurity ComplianceIncident ManagementChange Management3rd-Level SupportTechnical Evaluations

Soft Skills

Independent WorkProactive ApproachKnowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

PowerShellAnsiblePowerCLIREST APIsManagement Systems

Industry Keywords

IT ArchitecturePlatform DesignGovernance RequirementsBusiness ContinuityDisaster Recovery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsiblePythonTypeScriptVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, standardization, and strategic advancement of compute platforms (virtualization, x86 server infrastructure, and management systems), taking architectural, security, and compliance requirements as well as technology roadmaps into account
Conduct technical evaluations, reviews, and audits of technical solutions, and derive optimization measures relating to performance, availability, scalability, security, and degree of automation
Provide advice and facilitate knowledge sharing within the IT organization on architecture, automation, and operational standards
Further develop the GitOps- and Infrastructure-as-Code-based operations platform and develop automation and self-service solutions
Implement, administer, and further develop compute infrastructure across zones, ensuring secure, stable, and highly available platform operations
Plan, execute, and document disaster recovery and business continuity measures
Conduct capacity, performance, and availability analyses
Analyze and permanently resolve complex incidents, and participate in incident, problem, and change management, including 3rd-level support and on-call duty (24/7)
Take independent responsibility for knowledge transfer within the international IT infrastructure team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed degree or vocational training in computer science, business informatics, or a comparable field
Several years of experience designing, operating, and further developing compute, virtualization, and infrastructure platforms, along with in-depth knowledge of IT architecture and platform design
Extensive experience with VMware environments and x86 server hardware, as well as performance, capacity, and lifecycle management for compute platforms
In-depth understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), GitOps, and modern automation concepts
Practical experience with Python, PowerShell, Ansible, PowerCLI, and REST APIs
Knowledge of backup, restore, disaster recovery, security, compliance, and governance requirements
Independent and proactive approach to work
Very good German language skills (C1) and good English language skills (B2)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours and a long-term working time account supporting your work-life balance
Unlimited flex days
No core working hours
Mobile working, including from home, is possible
Individual training opportunities
A modern working environment in the city center, directly at the main station
30 days of vacation
A company restaurant serving freshly prepared meals
Free beverages (coffee, cocoa, tea, and water)
An on-site company kindergarten and a parent-and-child office for short-term childcare needs
Company pension scheme