DevOps Coach Expert (Test Oriented)

Location: Brussels

Start Date: asap

End Date: 01/07/2026

Role Description:

The DevOps Coach Expert will be part of a team dedicated to enhancing the software development process by focusing on a people-centric approach. The role involves supporting the IT organization through process improvement, coaching, training, technical leadership, and tooling to support the end-to-end value stream of in-house software development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist product development teams in adopting best practices for developing, testing, deploying, and releasing applications.
• Enhance team deliverables by training and assisting in analyzing current situations and building improvement plans.
• Collaborate with squads and other DevOps coaches to improve processes and resolve key pain points.
• Facilitate relationships with tools teams and help development teams use available tools effectively.
• Focus on best practices and techniques around testing.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong development profile with proven coaching experience.
• Good understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Mandatory knowledge of testing techniques/practices such as TDD/BDD.
• Proficient in CI/CD processes and best practices.
• Experience with testing tools like Playwright, Cypress, and Karate.
• Proven knowledge of cloud technologies (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Experience working in or with Agile development teams and frameworks.
• Experience in impact mapping, story mapping, and example mapping.
• Experience in different software development models.
• Experience in administration, setup, and maintenance of continuous build and integration platforms.
• Experience in Java development and build.
• Experience with source code (Git) and artifact repositories (Nexus).
• Experience with scripting languages for automation.

Languages:

• Very good knowledge of English.
• Knowledge of French and/or Dutch is an important plus.

Soft Skills:

• Team player with a proactive attitude.
• Quick learner with good communication and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Autonomous, committed, and perseverant.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
• Flexible, accurate, and control-minded.
• Assertive, result-oriented, and community-oriented.
• Strong networking skills and a teacher/mentor mindset.
• Curiosity and optimism.