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What you’ll do:

We are seeking a highly skilled Linux KVM (Senior) DevOps Engineer (f/m/d) to join our dynamic team managing a large-scale cloud environment. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Linux systems and KVM virtualization, with a passion for automation, performance optimization, and innovative problem-solving.

As a (Senior) DevOps Engineer (f/m/d), you will manage and maintain Linux-based systems and KVM hypervisors in a large-scale cloud infrastructure. Optimize system performance, conduct regular monitoring, and implement proactive troubleshooting measures. Configure and manage virtual networking, storage solutions, and security measures in a virtualized environment.

Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps to ensure knowledge sharing and operational efficiency.

We are cultivating a DevOps culture, adhering to the motto 'You build it, you run it'. You will join the on-call rotation, sharing responsibilities with the rest of the PlusOne team to ensure continuous support coverage and demonstrate your commitment to the role.


What you bring:

In addition to a high level of commitment and reliability, as well as excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you also bring the folllowing:

• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues in virtualized environments.
• Proficient in various Linux distributions (e.g., Gardenlinux, CentOS, Ubuntu, RHEL).
• Strong understanding of file systems, kernel tuning, and performance optimization in tuning and optimizing both the host and guest systems for optimal performance.
• Expertise in system monitoring and troubleshooting using tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or Prometheus.
• Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash, Zsh) and pyhon, golang for automation tasks
• Experience with libvirt for managing KVM environments and virsh command-line tool and libvirt XML configuration.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written), German is a plus
  
  

Meet your team:

The GCS PlusOne Compute Platform Engineering Unit is a globally diverse and innovative team running Converged Cloud, a state-of-the-art private cloud solution. This internal Infrastructure-as-a-Service platform is deployed worldwide in 15 regions to support all of SAP’s cloud businesses on a global scale.

We build breakthroughs together

SAP innovations help more than 400,000 customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with 200 million users and more than 100,000 employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, we build breakthroughs, together.

We win with inclusion

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.
SAP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

Requisition ID: 400203 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time or Part time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid