We are seeking an early-career cloud architect/cloud engineer with a strong learning mindset to help build and operate our Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environment.
You will work with senior architects to implement infrastructure-as-code, networking, security guardrails, automation, and monitoring.
This role suits someone with foundational, possibly theoretical, cloud knowledge who is eager to learn quickly and grow into a cloud engineering/architecture path.
Responsibilities
- Work with an agile mindset and according to agile methodology, collaborating closely within the team, with other teams in the Capability cluster and Deutsche Telekom, and with software engineers using the cloud platform
- Approach work with a DevOps and continuous improvement mindset
- Contribute to the implementation of a reliable, scalable GCP platform under guidance from senior engineers
- Help design and maintain the landing zone in line with security and privacy guidelines
- Implement infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform) for repeatable environments with code reviews and mentorship
- Write and run automated infrastructure tests (e.g., Terratest) for Terraform modules we develop, and maintain test coverage in CI
- Assist with configuring networking components (load balancing, troubleshooting, DNS config, interconnect, VPCs, routing, VPN, distributed networks and how to integrate networks with cloud services) following established patterns
- Set up monitoring, logging, dashboards, and assist in alert tuning and runbook updates
- Automate routine platform tasks (CI/CD pipelines, scripts, tooling)
- Maintain clear documentation and contribute to policies, standards, and guidelines
- Maintain current technical knowledge and make recommendations to help the team, hub, and company excel
Minimum qualifications
- BSc in Computer Science (or related field) or comparable qualification
- English language proficiency (team and hub language is English)
- 2 years of experience in cloud/platform/DevOps/SRE roles, or equivalent
- Familiarity with at least one major cloud (GCP preferred): core services like compute, storage, IAM, and basic networking concepts
- Proficiency in one programming language (Python, Go, Java, or Node.js) and shell scripting
- Understanding of version control with Git and CI/CD fundamentals
- Exposure to infrastructure-as-code concepts (Terraform or similar)
- Knowledge of containers (Docker) and microservices concepts
- You are curious and interested in the latest technologies, especially cloud, agile methods, and DevOps
- You are willing to enter unknown territory, make mistakes, and learn from them together
- You enjoy varied topics in an interdisciplinary team and have high intrinsic motivation
- You can present and communicate ideas (e.g., about architecture) in a visual form
Nice to have
- Hands-on labs or projects on GCP, AWS, or Azure
- Intro-level certifications or in progress (e.g., Google Associate Cloud Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect – Associate, Azure Fundamentals)
- Basics of networking (HTTP, TLS, load balancing), databases (SQL/NoSQL), and platform security/IAM
- Exposure to monitoring/logging tools (Cloud Monitoring/Logging, Prometheus, Grafana)
Growth and support
- Dedicated mentorship from senior cloud architects/ platform engineers
- Learning time and budget for certifications (target: Google Associate Cloud Engineer within 3–6 months)
- Opportunities to present mini-architectures/POCs and contribute to platform standards
Success indicators (first 6 months)
- Ship reviewed Terraform code and CI/CD pipelines for production environments
- Implement monitored, documented configurations aligned with security guidelines
- Complete agreed GCP learning paths and attain at least one entry-level certification
- Own platform improvements from design to deployment
* Please be informed that our remote working possibility is only available within Hungary due to European taxation regulation.
