The Connecting Bridge Between Development and Operations

We are looking for a GitOps Engineer 80-100% (m/f/d) for our DevOps team.

As a GitOps Engineer (m/f/d), you will work on automating modern software deployment processes and bring your expertise in container technologies, continuous integration and delivery, as well as infrastructure automation. You are a crucial part of an interdisciplinary team that drives innovative solutions together.

Are you ready to actively shape the digital future of social insurance?

What you will achieve

In this versatile role, you will take responsibility for the smooth and automated operation of our software deployments:

• Automating processes for builds, releases, tests, and deployments (CI/CD)
• Carrying out deployments in various environments
• Creating and maintaining documentation for processes and systems
• Defining functional and non-functional requirements (e.g., availability, security, performance)
• Developing technical concepts and effort estimates
• Identifying and resolving issues within the container environments
• Actively contributing to the continuous improvement of workflows
• Collaborating with subject matter experts from various disciplines
• Point of contact regarding deployments and container technologies

Why you will succeed

For this role, we are looking for a technically skilled individual with the following profile:

• Completed education in computer science (e.g., HF/FH/University) or comparable qualification
• Several years of experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar role
• Solid knowledge in software development, databases, and interfaces
• Very good knowledge in the installation, configuration, and management of Kubernetes or OpenShift
• Experience with CI/CD, especially with tools like GitLab and Helm
• Proficient in working with Windows and Linux systems as well as basic networking and storage technologies
• Experience in software deployments and installations
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Bash, Python, or JavaScript for automation
• Very good German language skills in spoken and written form, good English skills

We offer

• Exciting, varied tasks in a highly professional, collegial environment
• High personal responsibility, modern working tools, and flexible working conditions
• Top modern office spaces in a central location near the train station
• Free smartphone with subscription, half-fare subscription, and an attractive training offer
• At least 25 vacation days and the possibility of home office and workation

Become part of our team

Are you ready for a new challenge with a workplace near the main train station in St. Gallen? If so, we look forward to receiving your application documents.

Application process

01 Send us your documents Do your skills match our requirements? Then send us your complete dossier via the application form or by email.

02 We will contact you We will review your documents, and we or our external personnel service provider will contact you for an initial exchange.

03 We deepen our acquaintance In two meetings at IGS, we will see if we fit together. And if you like, you can also do a trial day with us.

04 The decision is made After that, you and our respective recruitment team will individually decide whether we want to go a common way and if a contract will be concluded. This is the actual starting signal!

Questions & Answers

Ideally, we would like to receive your complete CV, all work references, and certificates for training and further education as well as diplomas. Please write two to three sentences explaining why you are interested in this job.

We look forward to receiving an email with your documents as a PDF. Or even better: You use the application form on our website, where you can upload your documents directly as a PDF.

Within three working days, you will receive a confirmation of receipt from us. Depending on the status of the recruitment process and any (holiday) absences, it may take two weeks before you receive a response regarding the next steps.

Spontaneous applications are welcome. We are happy to check if you fit our profiles and if we have a corresponding vacancy in the near future.

However, depending on the profile, it may take some time before we can provide a conclusive answer. Therefore, we ask for your patience.

Yes, gladly. We also welcome (initiated) applications from career starters or students who are looking for holiday jobs or a position as working students.

We are currently working with selected recruitment agencies under corresponding contractual agreements. Therefore, we ask you not to submit any dossiers without prior consultation. Thank you for your understanding.

What you can count on

Not only do you have something to offer, but so do we. The satisfaction of our employees is important to us. The following benefits await you with us.

Flexible working hours

Modern working environment, standing desk

Home office possible

Central workplace near the main train station

Generous opportunities for further education

40-hour week, 5–6 weeks vacation

Business iPhone with CH flat rate

Private accident insurance

Contribution to childcare costs