Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

We are looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to join long-term, large-scale project in a security-critical public-sector environment focused on setting up a highly secure Google Air-Gapped Cloud. The platform will be fully isolated and deployed and operated directly within the customer’s data centers. Key Requirements (Must Have): - Several years of experience setting up and operating production Kubernetes environments. - Very good Linux administration, operations, and troubleshooting skills. - Experience operating cloud-native platforms and modern infrastructure environments. - Good understanding of networking fundamentals. - Experience with server and storage infrastructure. - German language proficiency. - Willingness and eligibility to undergo SÜ3 security clearance — mandatory. - Willingness to work 100% on-site in Berlin after successful security clearance. - Strong willingness to learn and interest in modern cloud technologies. Secondary Requirements (Nice to Have): - Initial hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). - Experience with Helm for packaging and deploying applications. - Experience deploying and managing containerized applications. - Experience working with cloud-native platforms and modern infrastructure environments. Key Responsibilities: - Set up, install, and commission a Google Air-Gapped Cloud in highly secure data centers. - Install, configure, and operate production Kubernetes platforms. - Deploy and manage containerized applications. - Administer and continuously develop the Kubernetes infrastructure. - Use Helm for packaging and application deployment. - Install and integrate server, network, and storage components. - Perform rack installation and cabling of delivered hardware. - Implement technical requirements based on architecture, operations, and security specifications. - Participate in the dedicated Google Air-Gapped Cloud training program and continuous professional development in the Google Cloud environment.