Senior Platform Engineer

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Summary: Seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to define and automate runtime infrastructure, ensure secure systems, design monitoring, champion CI/CD, and drive company-wide innovation. Highlights: 1. Shape digital transformation with a focus on SecurityTech 2. Define and automate runtime infrastructure as code 3. Empower teams with self-service and drive innovation **G\+D makes the lives of billions of people around the world more secure. We shape trust in the digital age with built\-in security tech in three segments: Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology. We have been a reliable partner for our customers for over 170 years with our innovative solutions for SecurityTech! We are an international technology group and traditional family business with over 14,000 employees in 40 countries. Creating Confidence is our path to success. Trust is the basis of our collaboration within G\+D.****We are the reliable partner for all challenges resulting from the Internet of Things. We offer a complete connectivity portfolio for mobile network operators, automotive manufacturers, technology companies such as chip and module manufacturers as well as transport and logistics providers. Our portfolio includes highly secure solutions in the area of connectivity \& IoT, from classic SIM, eSIM and iSIM, to the associated embedded operating systems and life cycle management, through to services for global connectivity and IoT solutions. Do you want to actively shape the digital transformation with us?** We are seeking a **Senior Platform Engineer** with experience in infrastructure automation, network security, solid CI/CD practices, and enabling self‑service platforms for engineering teams. **Your Responsibilities** ------------------------- * Define and automate runtime infrastructure (networks, databases, proxies, and firewalls) as code, both cloud and on\-premises. * Ensure secure and reliable systems by applying network and infrastructure security best practices. * Design, implement, and operate robust monitoring, logging, and alerting tools so engineers can confidently own their apps. * Champion CI/CD for development teams—support them in building, securing, QA pipelining, packaging, and releasing applications. * Apply automation everywhere possible, empower teams with self\-service, and drive company\-wide innovation. **Technical Skills \& Experience** ---------------------------------- * Hands\-on expertise with major public cloud providers (AWS, Azure, etc). * Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (especially Terraform). * Extensive practical experience with Docker and Kubernetes. * Comfortable in Linux/Unix, with a good grasp of system internals. * Skilled at scripting (Bash, Python, or similar). * Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls, HA concepts). * Experience with GitOps tools (ArgoCD is a plus). * Familiarity with modern monitoring/observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog). * Security\-by\-design thinker; knowledge of infrastructure and app security best practices, cloud vulnerabilities, compliance, and incident response. * Excellent problem\-solving and reasoning skills. **Soft Skills** --------------- * Proven team player: collaborative, supportive, and able to thrive in cross\-functional teams. * Strong communicator, fluent in English (written and verbal). * Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges. **Onboarding Plan** ------------------- **Weeks 1–2: Getting Started*** Complete introductions and gain access to all platforms/tools. * Dive into company infrastructure—review architecture diagrams, environment setup guides, cloud policies, and CI/CD systems. * Connect with team leads; shadow colleagues on daily ops and support routines. **Weeks 3–4: Hands\-On Exploration** * Participate in deploying key infrastructure components (using Terraform, Kubernetes). * Set up and customize monitoring/logging for a test environment. * Assist in refining CI/CD pipelines and participate in at least one release process. * Work with security team—review configurations, learn compliance and incident response flows. **Weeks 5–8: Ownership and Contribution** * Take responsibility for one infrastructure module (cloud network, monitoring, or CI/CD workflow). * Introduce a small automation improvement (new script or tool). * Mentor junior engineers by walking through platform ops tasks. * Present a review of security practices implemented and suggest an improvement. * Join cross\-functional meetings to inform and refine dev/ops collaboration. **Continuous Learning:** * Regular catch\-ups with peers. * Scheduled follow\-ups with manager to review progress and set development goals. * Keep a log of questions, blockers, and suggestions for process improvement. **What’s great about working with us:** --------------------------------------- * **Culture and diversity**: Join a people\-oriented environment with different nationalities and a great team spirit, flat hierarchies (everyone speaks to everyone). Equal Opportunity Employer and LGBT\+ friendly. * **Team:** An opportunity to shape our engineering culture and work with a passionate, mission\-driven team. Collaboration with a diverse and very international team of outstanding people. * **Global Collaboration**: Work collaboratively with stakeholders around the globe. * **Impactful Work:** You will have the opportunity to participate in and shape a global lighthouse project in the domain of digital currencies. * **Career Development:** Benefit from continuous training, coaching, and talent development programs. * **Social Benefits:** Flexible compensation (transport tickets, training, private insurance), etc. * **Own canteen**: Take a break with our breakfast and lunch service: choose between a wide range of menus, salad desk, and sandwiches service. Nicely priced! * **Work\-Life Balance**: Flexible working hours with the option for remote work (Mon–Thu 8:30 – 17:30 and Fri 8:30 – 15:30; 3 days of remote work). * **Location**: Sant Joan Despí. Easily accessible by public transport. ### ### **Contact** **HR Team Spain** seleccion.gdi@gi\-de.com ### **JOB OFFER****Job Details** --------------- **Job Title** Senior Platform Engineer **Business Sector** Giesecke \+ Devrient Mobile Security TCD Iberia S.L. Av. Baix Llobregat 3 5 08970 Sant Joan Despí B **Requisition ID** 27015 **Location** Sant Joan Despí (BCN), ES **Career level** Experienced and Graduates **Job Type** Fulltime, Permanent **Contact** HR Team Spain seleccion.gdi@gi\-de.com We are an equal opportunity employer! We promote diversity in all its forms and create an inclusive work environment, free from prejudice, discrimination and harassment, in which all employees feel a sense of belonging. We warmly welcome all applications regardless of gender, age, race or ethnic origin, social and cultural background, religion, disability and sexual orientation.