Winterthur
Cloud Platform Engineer (m/f/d)
- 09 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- 8400 Winterthur
About the job
We have developed a web-based online platform for job searching and talent acquisition that digitalises the application process and supports companies in quickly recognising talents in the market and securing them for the long term. With a digital Rocken profile, every applicant can quickly and easily connect with market-leading companies and share their profile.
Our work places people at the centre both technologically and organically. Rocken® offers executive search and talent management consulting to address the personal and individual needs of each person and to implement these optimally in recruitment and career planning.
Cloud Platform Engineer (m/f/d)
Using real-time data to optimise space utilisation and increase security – sounds exciting? Our Rocken partner develops intelligent IoT and AI-supported solutions for mobility, traffic, and infrastructure. With technologies such as people counting, crowd monitoring, and vehicle recognition, bespoke systems are created that analyse visitor flows and improve customer experiences. The company combines data analysis, simulation, and engineering into smart platforms with live visualisation. Interdisciplinary teams work closely with customers – from consulting to implementation. Innovation meets practical relevance. Ready to help shape data-driven future solutions? Then our Rocken partner looks forward to your application.Role:
Build, secure, and elevate cloud platforms: We are looking for a technically strong individual who not only administers Kubernetes but understands it as a platform. The focus is on highly available cloud infrastructures, automation, security, and establishing robust operational standards.
Responsibilities:
Architecture, operation, and continuous optimisation of a modern Kubernetes platform in Google Cloud
Development of scalable platform services for demanding and segregated customer environments
Building and further developing GitOps workflows with ArgoCD and Helm
Automating infrastructure with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code
Standardising deployments, configurations, and operational processes through versioned and reproducible workflows
Developing a comprehensive cloud security strategy for identity, access protection, vulnerabilities, and security monitoring
Building and further developing IAM concepts with Keycloak, OIDC, OAuth2, and Google Cloud IAM
Monitoring critical platform components with Prometheus and Cloud Monitoring
Establishing modern observability and alerting standards
Analysing and handling security incidents as well as supporting vulnerability management and security operations
Further developing backup, restore, and disaster recovery concepts
Ensuring technical requirements from compliance, audit, and governance
Operating and optimising PostgreSQL and cloud database platforms
Technical advancement of the platform regarding availability, performance, security, and operating costs
Active participation in architectural decisions and technical standards
Qualifications:
Several years of experience in operating and further developing productive cloud or platform engineering environments
Very good knowledge of Kubernetes and experience with productive container platforms
Solid practical experience with Terraform, GitOps, and CI/CD
Experience with Google Cloud Platform and ideally GKE
Sound understanding of cloud networking, IAM, and zero-trust principles
Practical knowledge in cyber security, vulnerability management, or security operations
Experience with monitoring, logging, alerting, and modern observability concepts
Knowledge of PostgreSQL or comparable relational database systems
Experience with highly available and business-critical systems
Analytical thinking and enjoyment in solving technical problems sustainably rather than just symptomatically
High sense of responsibility and independent working style
Enjoyment of technical discussions, architectural decisions, and knowledge exchange
Benefits:
- Home office
- Well-coordinated and dynamic team
- Interesting and varied tasks/projects
- Flat hierarchies
- Coaching and mentoring
- Open corporate culture
- Comfortable office with modern infrastructure
- Flexible working hours
- Participation in or provision of company car
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Work location
Winterthur
Contact
Joshua de Boers,
+41443852112
