Flight Test Ground Station Framework and On-Premise Cloud Architect

About the role

A vacancy for a Flight Test Ground Station Framework and On-Premise Cloud Architect has opened at Airbus Defence & Space in Getafe (Madrid, Spain). The successful candidate joins the Flight Test Ground Station Department, which provides the ground hardware and ground and onboard software needed for flight tests, as well as the IT systems and general software of the Test Center. The role involves designing, implementing and maintaining frameworks and on-premise cloud solutions for clients.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement frameworks and on-premise cloud solutions for clients.
• Work with clients to understand their specific needs and requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation for frameworks and on-premise cloud solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with frameworks and on-premise cloud solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams so that solutions integrate seamlessly into clients' environments.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience in cloud computing, including as a cloud architect or similar role.
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures and design patterns.
• Experience with the listed tools and storage solutions, and with CI/CD pipelines in Jenkins.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Required skills

• Private cloud platforms based on Kubernetes
• ArgoCD, Harbor, Nexus, Gitea, Haproxy, Prometheus, Keycloak, Velero, Iceberg
• Rook, Minio or other object storage
• PostgreSQL (cloudnative-pg), OpenSearch, ClickHouse
• Jenkins CI/CD pipelines

What we offer

• Vacation days plus additional days off during the year.
• Hybrid working model where possible.
• Collective transport service depending on schedule and home location.
• Life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan or study grants.
• On-site facilities such as a free canteen, kindergarten and medical office.
• Upskilling opportunities and development prospects in a multicultural environment.