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• Are you a .NET wizard with a Linux soul? Ready to dive into a fast-paced, high-impact team shaping the future of Conversational AI? We're on the hunt for a Senior Software Engineer who codes clean, thinks fast, and builds smarter. Join a dynamic global team where innovation thrives, knowledge is shared, and cutting-edge cloud solutions are the norm — not the dream.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Proficiency in .NET and C#
• Solid experience working in Linux environments
• Strong understanding of Docker
• Strong understanding of software development principles and practices
• Willingness to take on responsibilities as defined in the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter

BONUS POINTS IF YOU BRING:

• Experience with Kafka
• Knowledge of Kubernetes
• Familiarity with GitOps
• Experience with GitHub Workflows
• Understanding of Azure
• Knowledge of Terraform
• Configuration management experience
• Familiarity with observability/alerting tools (e.g. OTEL, Grafana, Prometheus)

SOFT SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU SHINE:

• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Team spirit with independent initiative
• Passion for clean, quality code and documentation
• Mentorship mindset and willingness to uplift junior devs
• Fast learner and tech enthusiast
• Great organizational and multitasking skills

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• IT Diploma / Degree or equivalent IT work experience
• 6+ years of software development experience

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Collaborating to design, develop, and maintain scalable software
• Participating in the full SDLC: requirements, design, coding, testing, deployment
• Writing clean, maintainable, efficient code
• Reviewing code and providing valuable feedback
• Troubleshooting defects and improving performance
• Contributing to CI/CD automation and DevOps efforts
• Staying current with tech trends and continuously improving practices
• Documenting processes and technical knowledge
• Being part of a rotational standby team

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Essential Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash)
• Experience in setting up and maintaining monitoring solutions
• Understanding of cloud computing platforms (e.g., Azure)
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and processes
• Awareness of security best practices

Advantageous Skills:

• Windchill and Grafana experience
• Agile development environment experience
• Excellent document writing skills
• German speaking/base understanding

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years in Application User Support and Incident Management
• Relevant IT qualifications (e.g., scripting languages, operating systems, database administration)
• ITIL certification
• Familiarity with BMW Group IT Operations processes & systems

Roles and Responsibilities:

• IT Incident Management and Root Cause Analysis:
• Manage IT problem investigations and implement corrective measures
• Analyse IT incident trend data and eliminate root causes
• Diagnose new incidents and provide recommendations to prevent recurrence
• Process Improvement and Change Management:
• Lead process improvement and change management activities
• Plan and execute projects with minimal disruption to business operations
• Identify necessary changes in software applications and systems

IT Operations Optimization:

• Provide technical guidance for information systems operations
• Monitor operating systems and recommend improvements
• Plan and recommend system modifications to increase capacity and efficiency
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
• Develop communication plans for organizational readiness
• Act as a change agent to implement best practices

Documentation and Collaboration:

• Prepare system/technical documentation (ISO standards)
• Collaborate with feature teams in Sprint & refinement reviews
• Support system administrator tasks and end-user support
• Understand and interpret business needs for successful implementation

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work interdependently and deliver high-quality results on time
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• High ethical standards
• Flexibility to take on different tasks
• Willingness to coach and train colleagues
• Ability to travel to Munich, Germany if required

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About the job
Senior Splunk Developer

• About the Role: Are you an exceptionally skilled Splunk Engineer/Developer looking to make an impact? Join our vibrant Splunk/Cribl Observability Platform Development team. Collaborate in an intellectually stimulating environment to solve complex challenges on our Observability platform.

Essential Skills Required:

Splunk Expertise:

• Thorough understanding of the Splunk platform, including architecture, features, and capabilities.
• High-level knowledge of Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL), dashboards, alerts, and other Splunk-specific tools.

Data Ingestion and Indexing:

• Ability to configure and manage data sources, understand data formats, and set up efficient data ingestion and indexing processes.
• Experience with Cribl data onboarding and pipeline data processing is advantageous.

Scripting and Automation:

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
• Ability to automate Splunk-related tasks like data collection, report generation, and alert management.

Data Modelling and Visualization:

• Skills in creating custom data models, building interactive dashboards/applications, and designing effective data visualizations.

Continuous Learning:

• Commitment to staying up to date with the latest Splunk/Cribl features, updates, and industry trends.

Project Management:

• Ability to plan, execute, and manage Splunk-related projects, including requirements gathering and delivery within defined timelines and budgets.
• Experience with project management tools like AWM and JIRA is beneficial.

Advantageous Skills:

• Experience with Cribl Onboarding and Development
• GitHub CI/CD experience
• AWS/Azure experience
• Data Analytics
• Agile Working
• Intermediate Linux
• Networking Concepts (firewall, load balancing, subnetting)
• Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible)

Qualifications/Experience:

• IT Degree and/or relevant qualifications
• Minimum 8+ years of IT experience

Role and Responsibilities:

• Design, development, and maintenance of the platform.
• Provide 2nd and 3rd level technical operational support, including standby high priority support on rotation.
• Develop system solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.
• Review code of team members to ensure quality and delivery requirements are met.
• Coach and train fellow colleagues and users when required.
• Compile user and operational manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship.
• Ensure software availability, maintainability, and scalability.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies.
• Handle deployments and releases.
• Engage in planning and monitoring.
• Manage tenant requirements and communication.

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• Are you a tech-savvy, process-driven pro with a knack for operations and a love for innovative environments? Then buckle up — we’re looking for a Senior Operations Engineer to join our high-energy, future-focused team. If you thrive in dynamic, global teams and enjoy solving real-world challenges through cutting-edge tech, this role was made for you!

ESSENTIAL SKILLS YOU BRING TO THE PARTY:

• You’re a ServiceNow Advanced User and an IT Service Management Advanced User
• You rock Problem, Incident, and Change Management
• You own Operational Elements like planning, testing, deployment, and refinement
• You're a Technical Lifecycle Management Advanced User with solid Security Management know-how
• You’re ready for additional responsibilities as defined by the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter

BONUS POINTS IF YOU’VE GOT:

• Agile development methodologies experience
• Know-how in Confluence / Jira, DevOps
• Familiarity with Apache Kafka, Kibana, Grafana, or Terraform
• Working knowledge of Cloud Architecture

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• A relevant IT Degree, Diploma, or equivalent Work Experience
• 5–8 years as a Software Engineer
• 1+ year experience with Public Cloud platforms

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (AND ROCKING AT):

• Collaborating with Team Leads, Stakeholders, and IT Product Owners on operations
• Ensuring high-quality operability throughout application lifecycles
• Owning IT Operations processes (IT.03 Monitor and Operate IT Product)
• Leading release, change, and technical lifecycle management
• Prioritising and advising on application scope and resource decisions
• Championing KPIs, security measures, availability, and post-mortem reviews
• Supporting Agile processes and IT governance every step of the way
• Are you a tech-savvy, process-driven pro with a knack for operations and a love for innovative environments? Then buckle up — we’re looking for a Senior Operations Engineer to join our high-energy, future-focused team. If you thrive in dynamic, global teams and enjoy solving real-world challenges through cutting-edge tech, this role was made for you!

ESSENTIAL SKILLS YOU BRING TO THE PARTY:

• You’re a ServiceNow Advanced User and an IT Service Management Advanced User
• You rock Problem, Incident, and Change Management
• You own Operational Elements like planning, testing, deployment, and refinement
• You're a Technical Lifecycle Management Advanced User with solid Security Management know-how
• You’re ready for additional responsibilities as defined by the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter

BONUS POINTS IF YOU’VE GOT:

• Agile development methodologies experience
• Know-how in Confluence / Jira, DevOps
• Familiarity with Apache Kafka, Kibana, Grafana, or Terraform
• Working knowledge of Cloud Architecture

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• A relevant IT Degree, Diploma, or equivalent Work Experience
• 5–8 years as a Software Engineer
• 1+ year experience with Public Cloud platforms

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (AND ROCKING AT):

• Collaborating with Team Leads, Stakeholders, and IT Product Owners on operations
• Ensuring high-quality operability throughout application lifecycles
• Owning IT Operations processes (IT.03 Monitor and Operate IT Product)
• Leading release, change, and technical lifecycle management
• Prioritising and advising on application scope and resource decisions
• Championing KPIs, security measures, availability, and post-mortem reviews
• Supporting Agile processes and IT governance every step of the way