DevOps Engineer – Automation and IT Infrastructure

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RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a DevOps Engineer who will become part of a development team responsible for IT infrastructure automation. The role is central to efficiency and innovation within our IT infrastructure, involving the development of automated solutions that simplify, standardize, and ensure quality in both IT operations and business-related processes.

You will work as a developer in a team responsible for building and maintaining automations, integrations, and Infrastructure as Code solutions, acting as a bridge between different platforms within the IT infrastructure.

We are looking for someone with strong self-drive, engagement, and a desire to make things better. Experience in programming in some form is advantageous, but it is primarily your attitude, your approach, and your burning interest in technology that will determine if this role is right for you!

Do you want to work with the development and automation of IT infrastructure where you will:

• Develop and maintain automated functions using PowerShell and .NET
• Work with Infrastructure as Code in our VCF platform in a data center environment
• Create new and further develop existing scripts that automate repetitive tasks
• Create new and further develop existing web applications
• Create automated flows for the deployment of scripts and applications
• Create automated flows in our self-service portal
• Develop working methods, security policies, and best practices regarding automation work
• Plan future services, improvements, and projects related to automation work

Then we think this position could be really interesting for you!

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for you who have:

• An academic degree with a focus on system development or equivalent education/work experience assessed as equivalent by the employer.
• Experience in development within: PowerShell and .NET
• Experience with CI/CD and pipeline development
• Basic knowledge of SQL
• Good understanding of how development supports operations and business processes
• Ability to work in a team and take responsibility for technical solutions from idea to production
• Ability to express yourself well in Swedish and English, both orally and in writing

It is also meritorious if you have:

• Knowledge of agile working methods, such as Scrum
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (e.g., in a data center environment)
• Knowledge of VCF or similar platform/virtualization solutions
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure or process automation
• Experience with automated account and permission management
• API development and system integration
• Knowledge and experience in:
  • JavaScript
  • SQL/T-SQL
  • Zervicepoint
  • Azure DevOps
  • Ansible
  • VMWare vRealize Automation

We are looking for someone with good collaboration skills who enjoys working together with others to achieve common goals. You contribute to a positive collaborative climate by sharing knowledge, experiences, and ideas.

You are structured and plan, organize, and prioritize your work in an effective way. You work carefully and with quality awareness, taking responsibility for delivering high-quality solutions.

You have specialist knowledge in your field and keep up to date with new technology and new working methods. You are happy to share your competence and contribute to the team's development.

Furthermore, you have good problem-solving analytical skills and enjoy working with complex issues. You can identify problems, analyze causes, and translate your conclusions into practical and sustainable solutions.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS AND LOCATION

Employment Type: Permanent position.

This position is located in the IT/IOS/PL section in Örebro. Based on the operations' conditions, there is an opportunity to work some time from home.

The employment is permanent and usually begins with a six-month probationary period. Start dates will be agreed upon.

This position is security-classified, so we will conduct a security check with register control before making a decision on employment.

ABOUT US

At SCB, the competence and potential of all employees are important. We believe in an inclusive culture where we benefit from our diversity and differences. You, as an applicant, share our attitudes: the courage to act, trust in each other's competence and goodwill, the drive to turn words into action, and everyone's responsibility to contribute to the whole.

APPLICATION

You apply by registering your CV in Swedish. Attach your degree certificate with a course list. Requirements for academic credits not included in a degree must be verified through study certificates/register extracts. In your application, you will answer a number of selection questions in our recruitment system, which you will access when you click "Apply" below. In this recruitment process, we will place great emphasis on your personal qualities.

If you have protected personal data, please contact the HR partner via SCB's switchboard.

We look forward to receiving your application!