DevOps Engineer

Company Description

At Cognizone, we are passionate about transforming the way data is accessed and utilized on the web. By structuring and enriching information, we empower organizations to unlock its true potential in meaningful ways.

Our primary focus is collaborating with public organizations, leveraging our expertise to create cutting-edge knowledge graphs tailored to their unique domains. These solutions drive innovation, efficiency, and better decision-making in critical areas.

With offices in Brussels (Belgium) - our headquarters, Athens (Greece), and Avry-sur-Matran (Switzerland), we operate as a dynamic, international team dedicated to shaping the future of semantic technologies.

If you’re ready to make a positive impact and work at the forefront of data innovation, Cognizone is the place for you!

Role Description

Are you passionate about keeping systems humming, automating workflows, and scaling infrastructure to meet bold ambitions? As a SysAdmin and DevOps Engineer at Cognizone, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our infrastructure is robust, secure, and ready to support groundbreaking solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the Infrastructure: Manage and optimize Linux servers, network devices, and cloud infrastructure to keep everything running smoothly.
• Automate Like a Pro: Streamline deployment, configuration, and management processes using tools like Ansible and Terraform.
• Build CI/CD Pipelines: Design and maintain seamless CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar to accelerate development cycles.
• Collaborate & Optimize: Work closely with our talented development teams to enhance application performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Secure the Systems: Implement best-in-class security practices and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Monitor & Scale: Keep an eye on system performance, resolve issues proactively, and plan for scalable growth to meet business demands.
• Stay Ahead: Continuously explore emerging technologies to elevate our processes and infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in System Administration and DevOps roles.
• Deep expertise in Linux server administration, including networking, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
• Strong grasp of system security principles and best practices.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
• Proficiency with infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like GitHub.
• Solid scripting skills in Bash or Python.
• Sharp problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong command of English.

Desired skills (Bonus Points!)

• Relevant certifications like AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, RHCE, or similar.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools like ELK Stack or Dynatrace.
• Proficiency in German is a plus.