Live your ambition. Lead with impact
You will contribute to modernizing IT delivery through more effective, automated, and collaborative approaches supporting technical teams and business-critical services.
With a cross-functional scope across development, operations, and cloud, this role suits a technically strong, pragmatic profile able to improve the delivery lifecycle. Over time, it may evolve into broader technical coordination responsibilities.
We are looking for a senior professional with a strong automation mindset to join the IT team as Senior DevOps Engineer, reporting to the Head of IT Change Control at the Company’s Headquarters in Genoa, Italy.
What you will make happen:
- Support the evolution of the DevOps framework through CI/CD pipelines and release management for complex, multi-team environments.
- Improve operational automation to increase speed, quality, repeatability, and accelerate software delivery.
- Standardize the DevOps toolchain to improve consistency, deployment quality, and reduce manual work.
- Support release modernization, faster time to market, post-deployment monitoring, rollback procedures, incident prevention, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with application, infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to improve integration, delivery, and service readiness.
- Promote best practices in deployment automation, release engineering, scripting, observability, and operational readiness.
- Improve workflows and tools to simplify technical teams’ work and increase delivery pipeline efficiency.
What makes you unique
At least 5 years’ experience in DevOps, automation, or release engineering in complex multinational environments.
Proven experience designing and improving CI/CD pipelines and release processes, with a focus on automation and efficiency.
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Terraform or Azure DevOps, version control systems such as Git, and scripting languages such as Python or Bash; certifications are a plus.
Fluent English and an inclusive, international mindset; additional languages are a plus.
Strong analytical, diagnostic, planning, and problem-solving skills.
A proactive, digitally skilled mindset focused on innovation, improvement opportunities, and performance bottlenecks.
Familiarity with service management tools such as ServiceNow or Remedy, ITIL processes, and monitoring tools.
A collaborative team player who inspires others to perform at their best.
What We Offer
Your Journey with Us
At Costa, we make your onboarding experience smooth and welcoming, with flexible smart working policy.
Benefits That Matter
Enjoy daily meal vouchers, exclusive discounts, and access to our Wellbeing@Costa platform for sports, travel, and cultural perks. We also provide free medical insurance and additional welfare benefits for you and your family.
Lifestyle & Family Care
Celebrate life’s milestones with special gifts, enjoy discounts on cruises and onboard services, and benefit from convenient solutions like Amazon Hub Lockers in our offices.
Growth & Engagement
We invest in your development through tailored learning programs, volunteering opportunities, and wellbeing initiatives. Our loyalty program and community events make Costa not just a workplace but a place to belong.
Your Employment
- Open-term, full-time, hybrid.
- CBA: "Contratto Unico dell'Industria armatoriale - Sezione 15 per il personale di Terra".
- Salary Range: 45.000- 55.000€ based on skills and professional experience.
Who We Are
Our community is a diverse, global network, where collaboration and cultural exchange thrive. We strive to bring happiness and create unforgettable experiences for our guests.
Costa, an Italian cruise company, is part of the Carnival Corporation & plc Group, the world's largest cruise operator. For over 75 years, we've sailed the seas, offering unique experiences on board and ashore.
United by passion, we drive success and empower individuals to pursue their ambitions. Whether on board or ashore, we infuse energy, creativity, and adventure into everything we do.
Start your journey with us: Learn more about the selection process and your potential future at Costa by visiting https://career.costacrociere.it/shoreside/#journey
Onboard your journey with us and explore your potential.
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Skills Required
- At least 5 years' experience in DevOps, automation, or release engineering in complex multinational environments.
- Proven experience designing and improving CI/CD pipelines and release processes.
- Experience with CI/CD and IaC tools such as Terraform or Azure DevOps.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
- Familiarity with service management tools (ServiceNow or Remedy), ITIL processes, and monitoring tools.
- Fluent English and international mindset.
- Relevant certifications (DevOps, cloud, or automation)
What We Do
Holland America Group is a cruise operator serving brands including Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, and P&O Australia. Its flagship, Holland America Line, has been a leader in cruising for over 150 years, providing more than 500 annual sailings across seven continents. The group is committed to creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences through excellence in service and exploration of exotic destinations worldwide.
