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Cloud Operations Engineer

Hybrid in Parets del Vallès·Added 7 days ago

Grifols

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Overview

Job details

Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Grifols doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Parets del Vallès for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.

Information about Grifols is available at www.grifols.com. If you are interested in joining our company and you have what it takes for such an exciting position, then don't hesitate to apply!

We look forward to receiving your application!

We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation. If you require any adjustments in our selection process, please do not hesitate to inform us when applying. We are here to help.

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

Flexibility for U Program: Hybrid Model.

Contract of Employment: Permanent position.

Location: Parets del Vallès.

www.grifols.com

Location: SPAIN : España : Parets del Valles:[[cust_building]]

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Requirements

What we're looking for

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Solid experience in cloud infrastructure, cloud operations, systems engineering or platform engineering roles.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services AWS required, with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure OCI as a strong plus.
Experience operating cloud environments in enterprise, regulated or complex IT organisations.
Experience participating in cloud migration, infrastructure modernisation or Journey to Cloud initiatives.
Practical experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools.
Experience with Kubernetes and container platforms, preferably AKS and/or EKS.
Knowledge of CI/CD concepts and automation pipelines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish.

Nice to have

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional.
Certified Kubernetes Administrator.
HashiCorp Terraform Associate.
ITIL Foundation certification.

The role

The Cloud Operations Engineer will be responsible for supporting the design, deployment, automation, operation and continuous improvement of Grifols' cloud platforms and services across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

This role will contribute to the successful execution of the company's cloud transformation initiatives, including Journey to Cloud programs, cloud migrations, infrastructure modernization, automation, Kubernetes adoption and Infrastructure as Code practices.

The position will work closely with IT Infrastructure, Architecture, Cybersecurity, Application teams, Service Management and external partners to ensure that cloud services are reliable, secure, scalable, cost-efficient and aligned with business, compliance and operational requirements.

What you'll do

Cloud Operations and Platform Engineering
- Operate, maintain and continuously improve cloud environments across Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services AWS, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
- Support the deployment and management of cloud infrastructure, including compute, storage, networking, identity, security and monitoring services.
- Ensure cloud platforms are available, secure, resilient and aligned with operational standards.
- Participate in the definition and evolution of cloud operating models, standards, guardrails and best practices.
- Support hybrid cloud scenarios and integration between on-premises infrastructure and public cloud platforms.
- Contribute to the adoption of cloud-native technologies and modern infrastructure practices.
Infrastructure as Code and Automation
- Design, develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or equivalent automation frameworks.
- Automate repetitive operational tasks to improve efficiency, consistency and reliability.
- Contribute to the creation of reusable cloud modules, templates and deployment patterns.
- Support CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure deployment and cloud platform changes.
- Promote automation-first principles within Cloud Operations and infrastructure teams.
Kubernetes and Container Platforms
- Operate and support Kubernetes-based platforms, including managed Kubernetes services such as Azure Kubernetes Service AKS and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service EKS.
- Support containerized workloads, platform reliability, cluster lifecycle management and integration with cloud-native services.
- Collaborate with application and DevOps teams to enable secure and scalable container adoption.
- Support monitoring, logging, backup, security and operational governance for Kubernetes environments.
Journey to Cloud and Cloud Migration
- Participate in cloud migration and modernization initiatives, supporting assessment, planning, execution and post-migration optimization.
- Collaborate with architecture and application teams to evaluate workload readiness, migration patterns and landing zone requirements.
- Support the migration of workloads from on-premises platforms to cloud environments.
- Contribute to reducing technical debt and improving infrastructure standardization.
- Identify risks, dependencies and operational impacts during migration activities.
FinOps and Cost Optimization
- Monitor cloud consumption and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Support tagging, reporting, budgeting and cost visibility practices.
- Collaborate with Procurement, Finance and technical teams to improve cloud cost governance.
- Recommend optimization actions while maintaining performance, security and availability.
- Promote responsible cloud consumption across teams and projects.

Hiring process

4 steps2 interviews

Búsqueda de empleo
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Solicitud
Llamada de selección
With an equipo de selección · Phone call
Si entras en fase de preselección, el equipo se pone en contacto contigo para una breve llamada de evaluación sobre tu motivación, habilidades y experiencia, y para profundizar en los detalles clave de la posición.
Entrevistas
30–45 min
Se suelen realizar dos o más entrevistas de entre 30 y 45 minutos cada una; quien te entreviste evaluará tus habilidades y aptitudes con preguntas centradas en el puesto y en tu experiencia.
Decisión y oferta
Antes de la incorporación
Una vez aceptada la oferta comienza el proceso previo a la incorporación, con toda la información y los recursos necesarios para una transición fluida a tu nuevo puesto.

Te acompañan tres personas: responsable de adquisición de talento, responsable de contratación y HR manager.

About Grifols

Grifols is a global healthcare company headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in the development and production of plasma-derived medicines, transfusion medicine, and diagnostic solutions. With operations in over 100 countries and a workforce of more than 20,000 employees, it is one of the world's leading producers of plasma-based therapies, treating chronic and rare diseases. The company operates a vast network of plasma donation centers and manufacturing facilities, making it a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry.

In Spain, Grifols maintains its global headquarters in Barcelona and operates major production and R&D sites in the Catalonia region, including facilities in Parets del Vallès and Sant Cugat del Vallès. The company is deeply rooted in Spain, offering a wide range of roles from laboratory and manufacturing positions to IT, engineering, and corporate functions. For international professionals, Grifols provides a multicultural work environment, opportunities in a highly regulated and innovative sector, and the chance to work in a company that is a global leader in its niche, with Spanish as a common working language alongside English.

Industry: Pharma
Founded: 1909
Employees: 20,000–25,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Parets del Solès, Sant Cugat del Vallès
Website: grifols.com

Good to know if you are moving

Grifols is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, and is one of the largest companies in the Catalan region, offering a strong local presence and career opportunities.
The company operates in a highly regulated and innovative sector, providing roles in R&D, manufacturing, and IT, which can be attractive for professionals with experience in biotech or pharma.
While Spanish is the primary language in many roles, the company's global nature means English is often used, especially in IT, corporate, and international positions.
Grifols has a strong commitment to employee development, with trainee programs and continuous learning opportunities, as seen in the STEM Trainee Program IT QA.
The company's global footprint includes operations in the US, Europe, and Asia, offering potential for international mobility within the organization.

In their own words

About the company & team

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive environment where diversity makes us outstanding.

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