Cloud Architect - T Cloud Public (m/f/d)

Job Description

As a Cloud Architect for T Cloud Public, you will shape the next generation of our public cloud by enhancing and evolving the physical and virtual networking layers of our OpenStack-based platform.

Your responsibilities include:

• Designing, operating, and further developing OpenStack-based network services on the T Cloud Public  platform in close collaboration with vendors and internal experts.
• Planning and driving automation initiatives using modern frameworks to improve reliability and speed.
• Enhancing the platform’s network architecture with strong focus on IT security and robustness.
• Working closely with specialists across the Deutsche Telekom Group on topics related to public cloud and open-source technologies.
• Preparing technical materials, presenting architectural concepts, and advising management on strategic technology decisions.
• Acting as a senior architect within an agile squad — supporting, mentoring, and guiding colleagues as part of everyday work.
• Handling hands-on tasks at the console to validate and support architectural decisions.

You want to…

• Improve and modernize cloud platform architecture with IT security top of mind.
• Design and develop innovative platform and SaaS features.
• Be a trusted advisor in OpenStack-based public cloud technologies.
• Work hands-on and combine architecture with practical implementation.
• Automate consistently using established frameworks.

Qualifications

Must-have requirements

• Completed studies in a technical, engineering, or scientific subject — or equivalent professional training.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in IT with strong exposure to modern cloud technologies.
• Deep knowledge of software, cloud, and container architectures.
• Experience with infrastructure automation (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• In-depth knowledge of Linux, system tools and network related services
• Strong customer orientation and the ability to understand real-world use cases.
• Knowledge of agile development methods and experience working in agile teams.
• Mentoring, presentation, and communication skills — you can explain complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to evaluate technical solutions and propose creative, future-proof approaches.
• OpenStack knowledge and open-source programming experience are strong pluses.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Additional Information

What do we offer you? 

Work environment & flexibility 

• International, dynamic and collaborative environment.  
• T-Social: social initiatives (sports, community, health, ...).
• Hybrid work model (remote/on-site).  
• Flexible working hours.  

Growth & development 

• Customized training: access to Coursera to learn whatever you want, whenever you want.
• Weekly language classes (English & German).  
• International Mentoring Sessions & Experience Days. 

Compensation & benefits 

• Flexible compensation plan (health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare, transport).  
• Telemedicine. 
• Life and accident insurance.  
• Social fund.  

Wellbeing & time off 

• 26+ working days of vacation per year.  
• Free access to specialist services (medical, legal, wellness).  
• 100% salary coverage during medical leave.

And many more advantages of being part of T-Systems!

If you are looking for a new challenge, do not hesitate to send us your CV! Please send CV in English. Join our team!

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