For our office in Milan, we are looking for a Lead Cloud Engineer (Development-Focused)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and cost-effective cloud-based solutions across AWS, Azure, or GCP, focusing on performance, security, and maintainability. (At least one cloud provider)
• Develop and optimise cloud-native applications using modern programming languages such as Python, Java, Javascript, Typescript or Go, integrating seamlessly with cloud services. (At least one programming Language)
• Basic competence with SQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB, Cassandra) for high availability, performance, and scalability.
• Basic competence about Infrastructure as Code.
• Basic knowledge of Implementing and managing logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions to enhance system observability and ensure quick incident resolution.
• Engage with clients to understand their business needs, propose tailored cloud solutions, and communicate technical concepts effectively.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of experience as cloud developer/engineer
• Proficiency in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP) with hands-on experience designing and managing cloud-based solutions.
• At least strong experience in one programming language ( Python, Java, Javascript, Typescript or Go), with the ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Basic knowledge of tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi to manage cloud resources programmatically.
• Hands-on experience with SQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB, Cassandra), including schema design, query optimisation, and performance tuning.
• Basic experience in building and automating CI/CD pipelines using any of these tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
• Familiarity with Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes or cloud-native equivalents (e.g., AWS ECS/EKS, Azure AKS, GCP GKE).
• Experience working in collaborative environments with software development teams to integrate cloud solutions into application workflows.
• Comfortable working in Agile teams, focusing on iterative development and continuous improvement.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to multitask, and a customer-focused mindset. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of French or German is a plus).

Additional Information

We work with highly motivated people who support and enrich each other. We live the possibilities of the digital world through the home office, meaning you can work anywhere with flexible (annual) working hours. We also value face-to-face exchanges - coffee or tea, biscuits or fruit are all welcomed on board and shared throughout our offices.

If you ever feel the need to take a break from the digital world, we love to get hands-on together and use pens, paper, and whiteboards for brainstorming sessions. Need to clear your head? Hit the foosball table, PlayStation, massage bench or yoga mat. For networking and (brain) food, we offer regular exchange formats, like meetings, tech labs and more. Not enough? We are full believers in education and support training, whether it be internally or externally. We support you.

If you feel inspired by us, we’ll probably be inspired by you. Join us now and apply online to make sure we match each other’s expectations. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome all qualified candidates - regardless of your gender or background, please indicate your salary expectations and possible entry date. We look forward to hearing from you!