Lead DevOps/Platform Engineer

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewAt Motorola Solutions, we stand at the forefront of delivering integrated call handling solutions that empower the brave professionals who respond to emergencies every day. Our state-of-the-art technology and services are the lifelines for first responders and the public in moments when every second counts. We're looking for individuals who share our unwavering commitment to help people in their most critical times of need. Our mission, "Solving for Safer", is not just a tagline; it's a promise we make to our communities and the essence of what drives us. We are motivated by the knowledge that the services we provide have a profound impact on the lives and well-being of others. In times of crisis, the solutions we offer can make the difference between chaos and coordination, fear and reassurance, and in many cases, life and death.
Job Description

We are currently looking for a team lead who will drive the vision and execution of our highly available platform to support mission-critical emergency call handling NG911 systems, a leader who will be combining strong technical expertise in virtualization, automation, and distributed systems with exceptional leadership skills to build and mentor a high-performing team, ensure seamless collaboration, and deliver innovative infrastructure solutions that support mission-critical applications.

Basic Requirements

Technical skills - must have:

• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems (RHEL preferred).

• Experience with virtualization technologies (e,g PROXMOX, VMware ESXi, KVM).

• Experience with container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes).

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g.Bash, Python, Ruby).

• Familiarity with automation of infrastructure and application deployments (e.g.Ansible, Terraform).

• Experience with continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions).

• Understanding of networking concepts and principles and security best practices 

  Technical skills - good to have:

• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g. PostgreSQL, MS SQL).

• Familiarity with message queues (e.g.RabbitMQ).

• Knowledge of log management and analytics tools (e.g.Elastic Stack, Prometheus).

• Understanding of backup and disaster recovery strategies.

• Familiarity with configuration management and version control systems.

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in leadership position roles

• 8+ years of experience in a Platform Architect, Senior DevOps, System Architect or related roles

• Experience managing resources and timelines to ensure successful delivery of platform initiatives.

• Hands-on experience with the technologies mentioned above.

• Experience with large enterprise IT systems 

• Experience with highly available, zero-downtime platforms

• Proven experience in ‘automate everything’ organizations

Soft skills:

• Ability to define and guide the overall mission, goals, and roadmap of the platform team.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Strong analytical skills to resolve complex technical and organizational challenges efficiently.
• Excellent ability to articulate technical concepts, manage stakeholder expectations, and align team efforts with organizational priorities.
• Drive for implementing best practices, encouraging innovation, and improving processes and technologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Open to learning new technologies and adapting to changing requirements.
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g. PostgreSQL, MS SQL).
• Familiarity with message queues (e.g.RabbitMQ).
• Knowledge of log management and analytics tools (e.g.Elastic Stack, Prometheus).
• Understanding of backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Familiarity with configuration management and version control systems.

In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way. Also, to reward your work you’ll get the following:

• Contract of Employment (UoP)

• Private medical coverage, Multisport

• Life insurance (two annual income), 

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – 15% discount for buying Motorola’s Stock units, 

• Employee Pension Plan – 3,5 % of the month’s salary gross, which goes to the retirement account

• IP Tax Relief (up to 80%)

• Yearly salary increase (depends on individual performance)

• Yearly bonus (depends on company performance)

• Flexible working hours (usually day starts between 7-10), 

• 8 hours working day (30 minutes lunch break included).

• Hybrid/ remote work

Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanYes

CompanyMotorola Solutions Systems Polska Sp.z.o.o

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].