Polarstern Experts -  IT Personalberatung

Cloud Engineer – AWS Network, On-site, 80% remote

Polarstern Experts - IT Personalberatung

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: KölnGermany

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Salary

💰 €85,000 per year

About the role

  • Plan, implement and operate modern network infrastructures in the AWS Cloud — including Infrastructure-as-Code with Terraform, Terragrunt and Git
  • Develop and enhance automation and scripting solutions for efficient provisioning and management of network environments
  • Configure, administer and harden network components, with particular focus on FortiOS, Palo Alto and Barracuda
  • Ensure network security, high availability and performance in hybrid, complex cloud and on‑premises environments
  • Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and perform analysis and troubleshooting to continuously improve security, stability and performance

Requirements

  • Degree in IT or comparable qualification (e.g., Fachinformatiker)
  • Approximately 3 years of professional experience in a comparable role with a focus on cloud and network infrastructure
  • Solid knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), preferably with Terraform and Terragrunt
  • Experience in automation and management of networks in cloud environments
  • Hands‑on experience with firewall management and a strong understanding of network protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, VPN, DNS, routing)
  • German language skills (minimum C1 level)
Benefits
  • Flexible working hours within a 38.5-hour workweek and up to 80% home office for a balanced work‑life integration
  • Personalized onboarding with a respectful atmosphere and very supportive colleagues
  • On‑site cafeteria and company pension plan
  • Office near the city center with good public transport connections and subsidized job ticket / Deutschlandticket
  • Bike leasing and discounted gym membership
  • Company learning platform and a variety of training opportunities for personal and professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
AWS CloudInfrastructure-as-CodeTerraformTerragruntnetwork automationnetwork managementFortiOSPalo AltoBarracudanetwork protocols
Soft Skills
collaborationtroubleshootinganalysiscommunication
Certifications
degree in ITFachinformatiker