DevOps Architect

Job description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Your future role Take on a new challenge and apply your **DevOps and CI/CD** expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside **collaborative and innovative** teammates. You'll play a key role in designing and optimizing scalable DevOps architectures and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring seamless integration and delivery of software applications. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (**development, QA, operations**), evaluate and recommend tools and technologies, lead the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices, and much more. You’ll specifically take care of fostering a culture of collaboration and efficiency across teams, but also ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of cloud-based infrastructures. We’ll look to you for: Contributing to the elaboration of product/system specifications and architecture, in collaboration with cross-functional teams Defining software requirements and functional specifications Ensuring traceability of requirements throughout the development cycle Designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitLab for automated build, test, and deployment Architecting and managing containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes Developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible Collaborating with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline delivery processes Driving best practices for DevOps, automation, and cloud infrastructure Guiding and mentoring junior engineers to foster a culture of continuous improvement Implementing security measures, identity management, and compliance controls Monitoring and optimizing system performance to ensure efficiency, scalability, and security All about you We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering 7 to 10 years of experience in software development and architecture, with a strong focus on DevOps and CI/CD practices Proficiency in Python and C programming languages Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins) and version control systems (e.g., Git) Strong knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration tools Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Ansible Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their services Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack) Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, NTP) Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and lead projects autonomously Certification in DevOps or relevant architecture frameworks (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) is a plus Understanding of railway domain concepts (signalling, power supply, or system engineering) is a bonus Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also: Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines Work with cutting-edge security standards for rail signalling Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues Contribute to innovative projects Utilise our flexible and inclusive working environment Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning Progress towards senior leadership roles or specialized technical pathways Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Important to note As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.