Job Introduction
Serco has made significant contributions at ESA's European Space Operations Centre (ESOC) in Darmstadt, supporting a wide range of space missions and projects. Serco provides essential engineering, technical, and management services, playing a key role in logistics and operational support for missions. Their expertise in spacecraft operations, ground systems, and data processing has earned them recognition, including 'Best in Domain' awards from ESA. Their long-standing partnership with ESA reflects their commitment to excellence and innovation in the space sector, ensuring successful mission outcomes and advancing space exploration.
On behalf of our client, ESOC, we are looking for a skilled Infrastructure Reliability Specialist to join our team in the FOS Virtualisation service at our Serco Spacecraft Operations Centre in Darmstadt, Germany.
Main Responsibilities
- Set up, configure, and maintain OpenSearch clusters to ensure optimal performance and reliability
- Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerised applications within Kubernetes environments
- Monitor system performance continuously and produce reports to support operational improvements
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on technical operations.
- Optionally support database infrastructure to ensure data accessibility and integrity
- Contribute to software development activities, particularly in Java and scripting environments
- Provide support for Linux-based systems, including maintenance and troubleshooting
Successful Candidate
Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring:
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience working with OpenSearch and Kubernetes in operational environments
- Strong background in infrastructure or platform engineering, with a focus on system reliability and observability
- Familiarity with Linux system administration and troubleshooting
- Experience in monitoring and performance tuning of distributed systems
- Working knowledge of scripting or development in Java, Python, or similar languages
- Ability to support database environments and ensure data consistency (optional but beneficial)
- Academic qualifications in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field are advantageous but not mandatory
- Team player mindset, with an efficient thinking focus in a procedure-driven working environment
- Ability to handle stressful situations and work autonomously
- Fluency in English (Written and spoken)
All candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.
On Offer:
- Relocation allowance: including a one-way flight ticket, transportation from the airport to a temporary hotel, and one month of paid accommodation while securing permanent housing
- Hybrid working model
- 30% subvention on Deutschland ticket
- Gym membership discount
- Participation in pension and health scheme
- 30 days of holiday
About the Company
Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development.
Why should you join Serco ?
At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play.
Meaningful and vital work - You’ll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated.
A world of opportunity - You’ll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression
Great people - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. We are a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
We are diverse and inclusive organisation
At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It’s a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinion that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.
We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.
In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government’s scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partner of Diversicom and member of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team
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