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.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: