CloudOps Engineer

Location: Bucharest, Romania

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of defence and security, aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we're driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Romania, we are advancing innovation through software engineering, research and development, delivering solutions in key markets in which Thales Group operates. Our engineers design, develop and integrate solutions that impact global industries – from fully operational systems and subsystems for naval warfare and maritime security operations, to air traffic management systems, satellite-based solutions, tactical indoor simulations, identity and biometric technologies and more.

Context
Ready to engineer the future with Thales Romania? Join a passionate global team driving front-line innovation in AI, aerospace, security, and beyond

As a CloudOps Engineer, you'll collaborate on cutting-edge projects that transform machine learning into an engaging adventure, working hands-on with the latest tech alongside experts from Romania & France.

In terms of department details, the newcomer will be part of the Engineering Support Team, a transversal discipline which offers support to engineers from all the other local departments, in different projects. Another advantage that can be leveraged by the newcomer is the fact that he/she will have the opportunity to join an International DevOps Community with more than 400 engineers from all around the world.

Required competencies/experience:

• Solid hands-on experience with Windows and Linux administration
• Experience with public cloud providers: Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
• Understanding of at least one programming language (Java, Python)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI) and automation tools
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with configuration management and IaC (Ansible, Terraform)
• Proficient in scripting (Shell, Bash, or PowerShell)
• Understanding of security protocols (including SSL)
• Experience with version control systems (SVN, Git)

Would be a plus:

• Experience or familiarity with event-driven architectures or Java-based microservices
• Understanding of Service-Oriented Architecture concepts in operational contexts
• Experience with artifact repositories (Archiva, Nexus, Artifactory)
• Experience with code quality and analysis tools (SonarQube)
• Familiarity with container platforms (OpenShift)

Behavioral skills:

• Strong team player
• Ability to coach on DevOps tools / DevOps best practices
• Teamwork and knowledge sharing
• Be autonomous and proactive on your tasks
• Good communication skills
• Lead technological survey activities

Languages:
English
(Mandatory C1) ;
French
(B2)

At Thales, we're committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you'll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.