Luzern
Cloud Automation Engineer (m/f/d)
- 18 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- 6003 Luzern
About the job
We have developed a web-based online platform for job searching and talent acquisition that digitalises the application process and supports the company in quickly recognising talents in the market and securing them for the long term. With a digital Rocken profile, every applicant can quickly and easily connect with market-leading companies and share their profile.
Our work places people at the centre both technologically and organically. Rocken® offers executive search and talent management consulting to address the personal and individual needs of each person and to implement these optimally in personnel recruitment and career planning.
Cloud Automation Engineer (m/f/d)
How do you actively shape the energy future? Our Rocken partner is a leading energy producer and an international pioneer in energy trading as well as in the marketing of renewable energies. With a broad portfolio ranging from hydropower to solar and wind energy to innovative digital solutions, the company drives sustainable energy supply forward. The field of activity covers the entire value chain - from production through networks and distribution to customised energy solutions and services for customers. Supply security is as much a focus as innovative approaches in the areas of hydrogen, batteries and cybersecurity. The working style is characterised by technical excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration and the clear goal of advancing renewable energies. Are you ready to take responsibility in a dynamic environment and make a real impact? Then our Rocken partner looks forward to your application.Role:
Rethink cloud infrastructure, consistently drive automation and develop productive platforms from technological ideas: This role is aimed at an experienced individual with a strong architectural understanding and a passion for technically simplifying complex IT landscapes.
Responsibilities:
Development of an overarching cloud and automation architecture for modern application landscapes
Definition of technical standards for cloud, containers, infrastructure and automated software delivery
Design of scalable platform architectures based on Azure, Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code
Building a consistent automation landscape for provisioning, configuration, deployment and operation
Development of Golden Paths and standardised platform components for software and DevOps teams
Analysis of existing processes with the aim of consistently replacing manual activities through automation
Development of prototypes for new technologies and evaluation of their technical and economic feasibility
Transition of suitable innovations from the experimental phase to scalable enterprise solutions
Further development of deployment pipelines and automated release processes
Building platform and infrastructure templates with Terraform
Design of Kubernetes architectures including networking, security, scaling and lifecycle management
Evaluation and integration of service mesh, API and observability technologies
Establishment of security-by-design principles in cloud and platform architectures
Support in architectural decisions around hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructures
Development of engineering guidelines for reusable and maintainable platform components
Use of AI and LLM technologies to make development, operations and automation processes smarter
Technical consulting of engineering teams and promotion of a modern platform culture
Qualifications:
Several years of experience as a Cloud Engineer, Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Cloud Architect or similar
Deep understanding of Kubernetes and cloud-native architectures
Very good knowledge of Microsoft Azure
Solid experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code
Practical knowledge of GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps or comparable CI/CD platforms
Good understanding of network architectures, cloud security and distributed systems
Experience with automation and infrastructure provisioning
Good programming or scripting skills, preferably Python, Go, Bash or PowerShell
Experience with architectural and technology decisions in complex IT environments
Ideally knowledge in service mesh, GitOps or platform engineering
Interest in AI-supported automation, LLMs and autonomous engineering workflows
Structured and analytical thinking with a strong quality focus
Enjoyment in not only defining technical standards but implementing them sustainably
Benefits:
- Home office
- Participation in health measures
- Family-friendly employment conditions, childcare
- Attractive employee discounts
- Good transport connections and accessibility
- Attractive benefits in case of illness or accident
- Flexible working hours
- Market- and performance-based salaries
- Above-average holidays and days off
- Participation in or coverage of public transport subscriptions
- Comfortable office with modern infrastructure
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Work location
Lucerne
Contact
Joshua de Boers,
+41443852112