CLOUD ARCHITECT (HYBRID)

At

Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) , we develop technologies that protect identities, payments, and data infrastructures worldwide.

We’re looking for a

Private Cloud Architect

to join our

IT Team

in Barcelona. You will play a key role in shaping a new, sovereign private cloud platform that spans multiple European regions — ensuring performance, reliability, and data sovereignty at the highest level. Design the multi-region private cloud topology

— define compute, storage, and networking layouts optimized for resilience and scalability. Select and standardize the technology stack

— evaluate and integrate hypervisors, container platforms (Kubernetes/OpenShift), storage fabrics, and orchestration tools. Embed security and compliance

— ensure GDPR, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS alignment, implementing encryption and data sovereignty controls. 7+ years of experience designing and delivering private or hybrid cloud platforms in enterprise environments. ~ Proven experience in

multi-region deployments

with stringent SLA requirements (≥99.998%). ~ Deep knowledge of

VMware vSphere

,

KVM/OpenStack

, and

container orchestration (Kubernetes/OpenShift) . ~ Strong proficiency in

Infrastructure as Code

and automation tools ( Terraform, Ansible, etc. ). ~ Expertise in

software-defined networking (SDN) ,

VPN/MPLS

, and

enterprise storage solutions

. ~ Familiarity with

CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins) and

observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, Splunk) . ~ Fluent English (spoken and written); French is a plus.

Proactive, curious, and motivated to make an impact in a global tech organization.

Inclusive, people-oriented environment with a global mindset (LGBT+ friendly). Global Collaboration:

Work with international teams across multiple regions. Innovation & Impact:

Lead a project that defines the future of secure digital infrastructure in Europe. Flexible compensation plan (health insurance, transport, training, nursery vouchers), parking, and on-site canteen. Hybrid model and flexible schedule. Explore what makes G+D unique – check out this video: