DevOps & Security Engineer (f/m/x)

Paretos is the leading AI-based decision intelligence platform to make effective, data-driven decisions across entire organizations, enabling business users to evaluate complex data, predict future scenarios and take optimal actions via a no-code UI and integrations with no prior data science knowledge needed. As a "remote-first company" with team members all over Europe, we strongly believe that this ambitious path is only possible with a great and diverse team.

paretos is an inclusive company with equal opportunities for all. Our corporate culture is guided by the principles of GUNG HO - we believe in the synergy of worthwhile work, the control of achieving a common goal, and the importance of cheering each other on. We are proud to have brought together passionate, high-performing and caring people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds and views. Together, they all form the heart of the company and drive us to new heights every day. The combination of remote work and regular onsite-events is our key to strengthen our team spirit and to form our culture. To keep this up, we are happy to receive your application if you already live in Europe or if you’re open to relocate.

At paretos, you will be an integral part of our engineering team, spearheading our DevOps and Security initiatives. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining and optimizing our AWS-based Kubernetes infrastructure to ensure high availability and peak performance of our Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) product. Additionally, you will develop and implement a robust security strategy focused on achieving ISO27001 certification. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in DevOps, cybersecurity, and compliance standards.

Tasks

Infrastructure Maintenance and Management:

• Manage and maintain our AWS-based Kubernetes clusters.
• Oversee the deployment, configuration, and monitoring of services such as Keycloak, Dagster, Temporal, Snowflake, Airbyte, Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, and NGINX Ingress Controller.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and resilience of infrastructure.
• Automate infrastructure tasks using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar.

Security and Compliance:

• Develop and implement a security strategy aligned with ISO27001 standards.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Implement and manage security controls to protect data and infrastructure.
• Lead the preparation and documentation for ISO27001 certification audits.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and best practices.

Collaboration and Support:

• Work closely with development teams to integrate security best practices into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Provide guidance and training on security policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors and manage security-related aspects of third-party integrations.

Monitoring and Incident Response:

• Implement and manage monitoring tools to ensure system health and performance.
• Respond to and resolve infrastructure-related incidents and outages.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and conduct regular drills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in DevOps and infrastructure management, specifically with AWS and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of ISO27001 standards and certification processes.
• Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages such as Python, Bash, or similar.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Loki.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in German is desirable

Nice to have:

• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), ISO27001 Lead Implementer, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Experience with other compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, or SOC 2.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.

Benefits

These perks will be waiting for you if you become part of the paretos-family:

• We are a remote first company – nevertheless you’re still very welcome to work at the office and enjoy the great view over Heidelberg
• At the office you can test your barista skills and brew some great coffee to keep you going throughout the workday or enjoy some coffee talks with your fellow paretoneers. (You might even be awarded the next “paretos office barista of the year” at our Christmas party!)
• Talking about the team: you’ll complement a highly skilled & motivated team of paretoneers ready to hit the road and have fun along the way
• We regularly enjoy professional and fun events online and IRL with the whole team
• You’ll get the office equipment you need to show off your full potential. We believe that your capabilities shouldn’t be limited by hardware components
• Boost your continuous learning journey with learning sessions, development talks and events organized by the team for customers and peers.
• Work whenever it fits best for you with flexible working hours
• Receive a mobility budget to access various kinds of transportation whilst setting off your carbon emissions
• If you are part of the paretos dog club, feel free to bring your furry friend to the office

We are continuously expanding our benefits as we grow to ensure an environment where our team members feel comfortable and happy to work at.

This is it from our side for now. What about you? Are you ambitious to disrupt the AI and Optimization world with us? Then send us your application!

Note: We encourage you to apply for this role, even if you don’t match all the requirements 100%. As long as you inherit the eagerness to learn, we are happy to be convinced that you are the right fit for us.