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Cloud Network Engineer

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 26 Oct)

Schwarz Digits

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Work mode: Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance

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What we're looking for

Education/Training: You have a degree in network technology, computer science, or a comparable qualification (e.g., IT specialist for system integration) with relevant professional experience.
Networking Expertise: You have deep, multi-year experience with network protocols and technologies, especially Linux Networking, IPv6, BGP, IPSEC, Wireguard, and ideally know-how in setting up networks in a data center environment.
Automation: You are a professional in network automation. "Infrastructure as Code" is a matter of course for you (e.g., with Terraform). And you can write scripts (e.g., in Go) for automation.
Cloud Understanding: You have experience with cloud networking concepts (VPCs, Load Balancers, SDN) and ideally with open-source technologies (e.g., FRRouting).
Software Affinity: You have a good understanding of CI/CD processes and APIs to work effectively with the software teams.
You are a team player and feel at home in an agile team.
Languages: You have good English skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

A modern, well-equipped workplace awaits you at Plaza Catalunya — right in the heart of Barcelona.

As part of our commitment to a positive and supportive work environment, our company offers a range of attractive additional benefits. These include restaurant vouchers, transportation benefits, health insurance, and fitness vouchers. Through our discount platform, you can also enjoy monthly discounts and benefits in a wide variety of categories, from services to clothing to accommodation.

Working closely with international departments, we develop customer-oriented solutions in flexible, small teams.

Our employees are very important to us. You will become part of an appreciative and open corporate culture with flat hierarchies.

We offer you diverse and exciting career opportunities in a dynamic work environment that stands for development and progress.

We believe in giving our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work. Our most popular model is the hybrid model, which gives employees the option to work remotely up to 12 days per month. In-office time is focused on collaboration.

The role

What you'll do

Architecture: You conceive and design scalable, highly available, and multi-tenant cloud network infrastructures.
Networking Expertise: You bring solid knowledge of the Linux Network Stack, IPv6, common routing protocols, and load-balancing technologies.
Automation: You drive "Infrastructure as Code" (IaC) and automate the entire lifecycle of our products with tools like Terraform and Go.
Troubleshooting: You are the expert for analyzing and resolving complex network problems, whether it's MTU issues or complex routing.
Development: You work with the software engineering teams to define infrastructure requirements and provide the automation interfaces.
Monitoring: You develop and maintain the monitoring, alerting, and capacity planning for the entire network infrastructure.
Collaboration: You work in an agile team, proactively share your knowledge, and write code that stands out for its maintainability and good documentation.

About Schwarz Digits

Schwarz Digits is the digital and technology arm of the Schwarz Group, one of the world's largest retail groups, which includes Lidl and Kaufland. The company provides cloud services (STACKIT), cybersecurity solutions, and digital products to internal and external clients, with a strong focus on data sovereignty and European cloud infrastructure. With its headquarters in Neckarsulm, Germany, Schwarz Digits operates across Europe and employs thousands of professionals in engineering, data, and security roles.

In Spain, Schwarz Digits has a significant presence, particularly in Barcelona, where it runs a technology hub and a Security Operations Center (SOC). The company is actively hiring international talent for roles in cloud engineering, cybersecurity, and software development, offering a multicultural work environment and the opportunity to work on large-scale European cloud and security projects. For international professionals, Schwarz Digits provides a chance to join a growing tech organization within a major corporate group, with competitive benefits and a focus on innovation.

Industry: Cloud and Cybersecurity
Founded: 2021
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Neckarsulm, Germany
In Spain: Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

Schwarz Digits is part of the Schwarz Group, which owns Lidl and Kaufland, providing financial stability and a strong corporate backing.
The company operates a major cybersecurity and cloud hub in Barcelona, Spain, with many roles based there.
STACKIT is a European cloud platform designed to meet strict data privacy and sovereignty requirements, offering a unique value proposition.
The company supports hybrid work models and offers relocation support for international hires.
Working language is primarily English, making it accessible for international professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

Schwarz Digits creates the technological foundation for digital sovereignty in Europe. As the IT and digital division of the Schwarz Group, we develop and manage the IT infrastructures for the retail divisions Lidl and Kaufland, as well as Schwarz Production and PreZero. At the same time, we operate as an independent provider in the external market to support companies across Europe in their digital transformation. We bundle our core services in the areas of Cloud, Cyber Security, Data & AI, Communication, and Workspace.

Join us and contribute to digital sovereignty in Europe. With us, you will work at the intersection of agility and security: You will benefit from fast decision-making processes, enjoy genuine creative freedom in your projects, and be able to build upon the stable foundation of the Schwarz Group.

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