Head of Platform Engineering (f/m/d)

E.ON Digital Technology GmbH | Permanent | Full time

You have a passion for technology and want to make the world a greener place? Then become a changemaker (f/m/d) and join our team as Head of Platform Engineering (f/m/d) at E.ON Digital Technology (EDT). 

E.ON Digital Technology plays a key role in shaping the energy transition by leading E.ON’s digital transformation across Europe. We explore new paths through developing ideas, breaking new ground, making visions reality, and bringing new technologies to life. In flexible working models and teams, we deliver sustainable technology solutions to meet the energy challenges of tomorrow. 

About the team

The chapter represents all experts who deliver DevOps capabilities to all our product teams. These experts are organized together to enhance those functional skillsets, improve E.ON’s DevOps tech stack and deliver a high level of cloud automation.

meaningful & challenging - Your tasks 

• Lead and manage the Platform Engineering Chapter, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure high levels of performance and employee engagement
• Identify demand for platform engineers in technology group organisations, interview, hire, train and develop them
• Manage long-term assignment of platform engineers to platform product teams, ensure performance feedback loops
• Collaborate on DevSecOps standards together with Chapter members and enterprise architects, as well as cross-functional teams
• Manage and allocate external platform engineering resources effectively, including interviews and performance reviews
• Monitor industry trends and advancements in platform & DevSecOps practices, recommending and implementing process improvements and best practices
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, quality standards, and health and safety guidelines

authentic & ambitious - Your profile 

• Professional knowledge at Master’s degree level as well as many years of practical experience as a Platform & DevSecOps Engineer (f/m/d)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, assess risks, and develop effective solutions
• Proven experience in people management, including hiring, performance management, retainment and capacity managemen fostering collaboration and teamwork
• Familiarity with relevant platform engineering tools, standards and processes, in particular Kubernetes, Terraform, Crossplane, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Flux
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex engineering concepts and ideas
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish strong relationships

smart & useful - Our Benefits

• We provide full flexibility: Do your work from home or any other place in Germany - of course including all our great offices from Hamburg to Munich. You want even more? Go on workation for up to 20 days per year within Europe.  
• Recharge your battery: You have 30 holidays per year plus Christmas and New Year's Eve on top. Your battery still needs charging? You can exchange parts of your salary for more holidays or you can take a sabbatical.  
• Your development: We grow and we want you to grow with us. Learning on the job, exchanging with others or taking part in an individual training - Our learning culture enables you to bring your personal and professional development to the next level.      
• Let’s empower each other: Take the opportunity to engage in our Digital Empowerment Communities for collaboration, learning, and network building. 
• We elevate your mobility: From car and bike leasing offers to job tickets for most of our locations - your way is our way.  
• Let’s think ahead: With our company pension scheme and a great insurance package we take care of your future.  
• This is by far not all: We are looking forward to speaking with you about further benefits during the recruiting process. 

Do you have questions?
For further information please contact Agneta Lierl, agneta.lierl@eon.com.

What you need to know:
Job Req ID: 223414
Contract type: Permanent
Working time: Full time
Company: E.ON Digital Technology GmbH
Location: Berlin, Hannover, München, Würzburg, Hamburg, Frankfurt am Main, Essen
Function area: Engineering; IT/Digital