Job Title: DevOps Engineer - Expert

Location: Brussels

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: 30/09/2026

Role Description:

As a DevOps Engineer, you will be part of a mission to enhance software development processes with a people-centric approach. You will support the IT organization through process improvement, coaching, training, technical leadership, and tooling to optimize the end-to-end value stream of in-house software development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage applications and infrastructure using Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure reliable and scalable containerized environments.
• Design and develop dedicated platforms on Kubernetes.
• Manage containerized applications and dedicated services on Kubernetes.
• Implement pipelines for automated deployments and provisioning infrastructure.
• Optimize Kubernetes clusters and applications for high performance and efficient scaling.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve issues within Kubernetes environments.
• Work closely with developers and other teams to integrate and optimize application workflows.
• Set up and maintain monitoring and alerting systems for Kubernetes clusters.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree or equivalent by experience.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong development profile combined with cloud infrastructure knowledge.
• At least 5 years of experience with Java and/or Go.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift.
• Experience in certificates management: OAuth2, Vault.
• Experience with DevOps tooling: GitLab, Jenkins, ArgoCD, Helm, Terraform.
• Good understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Proficient with CI/CD processes and best practices.
• Service Mesh experience on Kubernetes is an asset.
• Trunk-based development is an asset.
• GitOps practice is an asset.
• AI LLMs knowledge is an asset.
• Thorough experience working in or with Agile development teams.
• Knowledge of the banking/insurance sector is an asset.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

• Very good knowledge of English.
• Knowledge of French and/or Dutch is an important plus for interactions with clients, co-workers, and external partners.

Desired Skills:

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