Senior / Lead DevOps Engineer

Who we are 

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 2,800+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, and backgrounds in general.

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients, with SimCorp as the overarching company brand and Axioma as a key product brand. As a global provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) investment management solutions, SimCorp supports clients 24/7 through delivery centers around the world. Our Global Delivery Centers are located in Manila in the Philippines, Noida in India, Kyiv in Ukraine, Warsaw in Poland, and in Mexico City, Mexico.

Our platform and ecosystem, which comprises partners, services, and third-party connectivity, empowers us to provide 40 percent of the world’s top 100 financial companies with the efficiency and flexibility needed to succeed. SimCorp provides clients with a full front-to-back-offering, whether through a SaaS (software as a service) platform or as an on-premise solution. Globally, we offer services to clients, ranging from central banks and sovereign wealth funds to pension and insurance funds, asset managers, fund managers, asset servicers, and wealth managers.

Platform, SaaS acceleration and Ecosystem scaling are the 3 growth levers of SimCorp 2025 strategy and PaaS Operations contributes to this transformation journey by delivering high-quality client services by conducting a reliable, predictable, cost-effective operations service. As a platform and technology operations team, we also aspire to accelerate standard processes to assist in the growth and efficiency of SimCorp’s SaaS business.

SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated in our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide top-quality solutions to our clients. While aiming to deliver client value, we believe it is vital to consider our people and our planet in every business decision we make. Acting responsibly is not optional. It is essential.

Why this role is important to us  

As a Lead DevOps Engineer at SimCorp, you are expected to be involved in our agile environment and find fulfillment in coordinating technical efforts within your team. We highly regard creativity, a deep sense of responsibility for your projects, and the ability to handle ambiguity with ease. Your main focus will be to uphold our team's commitments by consistently delivering in various areas such as developing automation solutions, supporting colleagues, disseminating knowledge, managing systems, automating testing processes, reviewing code, and enhancing features. We believe in encouraging a culture that promotes creativity, inclusivity, and team empowerment. Possessing a forward-thinking approach, a willingness to explore new concepts, and high-level communication skills (in English) both orally and in writing are essential.

Your role demands a high level of proficiency in utilizing Cloud Technology Tool stacks and a deep expertise in Windows OS and its applications. Your knowledge and experience in automation and scripting tools like Ansible, Terraform, and PowerShell are essential. As a lead, you are expected not just to be proficient in these areas but also to drive their strategic implementations and improvements, ensuring that our solutions are always ahead of technological advancements. 

If you are ready to contribute to lead in diving into new platforms, specifically Azure, and you are looking for a place where your expertise is valued and leveraged, SimCorp is your destination. 

What will you be responsible for  

• Leading the design and maintenance of a bespoke system for the automated deployment of SimCorp Dimension on the Azure cloud platform. 
• Engaging in Scrum events and leading strategic planning sessions to accomplish team objectives, including defining sprint completion criteria. 
• Collaborating with the product owner and fellow engineers to enhance and refine new features, promoting best practices. 
• Supporting personal growth and advancing the team and our product by promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning. 
• Contributing to and guiding knowledge-sharing initiatives within the team. 
• Investigating novel technologies and leading the assessment of potential solutions. 
• Your oversight will be essential in leveraging technologies and products such as Ansible, Terraform, Azure 

Technologies We Use  

PowerShell, Azure REST API, ARM/Bicep templates, Virtual Machines (VMs) and VM scale set, Azure DevOps Suite, Log Analytics, Windows OS & Active Directory. These will be essential in efficiently deploying, managing, and optimizing SimCorp Dimension on the Azure cloud platform. 

What We Value in Our Lead DevOps Engineer  

• Expertise in Terraform and Ansible. 
• Profound experience with Azure configuration tool stack (ARM templates, Bicep, Az CLI). 
• Expertise in Kubernetes, including cluster management, deployment, and orchestration. 
• Experience in modern CI/CD solutions and SecDevOps (Security) principles. 
• Extensive experience in deploying and configuring Windows OS and applications. 
• Strong familiarity with the .NET framework and a broad knowledge of IT Infrastructure automation. 
• Familiarity with Grafana/Prometheus monitoring stack. 
• Previous involvement in a similar role in an international environment. 
• Communication and collaboration skills with a service-oriented mindset. 
• Proficiency in English, both written & verbal (CEFR level C1). 

Other requirements

• APAC shift hours (May change depending on business needs)
• Hybrid working arrangement (2x a week in office)

Next Steps:

Please click the “Apply” button to learn more about the vacancy and what SimCorp has to offer regarding salary, benefits, and perks. Please note only applications sent through our system will be processed. Applications are continuously assessed, so please send your CV in English as soon as possible.

If you are interested in being part of SimCorp but are not sure this role aligns with your skills, submit your CV anyway. SimCorp is on a significant growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to guide you in discovering the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks.

We are continually improving our talent acquisition process and make everyone’s experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated.

By Joining our team, you will have the chance to:

• Become part of a thriving company comprising collaborative, curious, courageous, and capable employees
• Explore a multitude of beneficial learning and development opportunities, supported by our special learning guild
• Engage with highly skilled and experienced colleagues, each bringing their diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Join a company that not only values but advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, promoting a truly inclusive and empowering environment

**SimCorp proudly announces the official certification of its Manila Delivery Center as a Great Place To Work, a remarkable achievement within just two and a half years of operations. This certification which was acquired in November 2023, underscores SimCorp's commitment to supporting a workplace that is not only inclusive and collaborative but also to the personal and professional growth of its employees

**We are also honored to have been voted as a WealthTech100 company for three consecutive years. The new WealthTech100 list aims to highlight tech innovation leaders in the investment management industry.**

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