IT Cloud and Backend Solution Architect

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient onPrem and cloud-based infrastructure on Azure and Google Cloud using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible;
• Automate complex deployments, monitoring, and security tasks;
• Lead initiatives to improve system performance, availability, scalability, and security across services;
• Serve as the expert for the hybrid environment (onPrem, Azure, GCP) networking, security, and monitoring, implementing best practices for cloud governance, compliance, and security policies;
• Collaborate with cross-function project teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with the project / UseCase vision and roadmaps;
• Providing guidance on hybrid infrastructure, automation strategies, and DevOps best practices.

• At least 6 years of experience in defining IT architecture, governance, and security;
• A minimum of 6 years of experience as an expert in Microsoft Azure cloud, onPrem architecture;
• Experience as an Architect in Google Cloud Platform;
• Experience in continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) based on Azure DevOps and GIT, ideally with a minimum of 3 years of experience;
• At least 3 years of experience working in infrastructure-as-code expertise utilizing Terraform;
• A collaborative and mentoring mindset, with the ability to guide and support junior engineers;
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence technical direction;
• Solid awareness of security and compliance requirements;
• Solid experience in application monitoring and health checks. You have solid knowledge of agile implementation methods and common project tools;
• Strong communicator, effectively engaging stakeholders at all levels;
• Passionate about driving improvement and leading change in dynamic settings;
• Fluent English; German language skills are an advantage, but not mandatory;
• Team spirit and willingness to cooperate in an international team;
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred);
• Related IT and/or Service Management Certifications (preferred).
• Self-motivated and proactive to perform work and continue learning;
• Occasional travel to Germany may be required.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.