Medior DevOps/AIOps Engineer

About TKH

TKH Group is a global technology company, delivering innovative, client-centric solutions across high-growth markets. With a global presence, TKH operates through three divisions: Smart Vision, Smart Manufacturing, and Smart Connectivity. The TKH Artificial Intelligence (TKH AI Hub) is dedicated to tackling complex AI challenges for our global operating companies. 

TKH AI team is seeking a skilled and motivated Medior DevOps/AIOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will help bridge the gap between development and operations, implementing and maintaining cloud infrastructure while incorporating AI-driven operations principles.

About the Role

As a Medior DevOps/AIOps Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, with a strong focus on Kubernetes ecosystems. You will collaborate with development teams to automate deployment processes, enhance system security, and optimize application performance through modern DevOps practices and AI-powered operations. 

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure 

• Build and optimize Kubernetes-based deployments and services 

• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and other tools 

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines automation using GitLab, Azure DevOps, or GitHub 

• Configure and optimize monitoring solutions for applications and infrastructure 

• Implement security best practices and conduct regular vulnerability assessments 

• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and application issues 

• Collaborate with development teams to improve system architecture and performance 

• Support AI model deployment and infrastructure requirements 

• Document technical processes and knowledge sharing with the team 

Cloud Technologies

Strong experience with Azure Cloud services including:

• Microsoft Entra ID (AAD) 

• Azure Management Groups, Subscriptions, and Resource Hierarchy 

• Azure Policies, Advisor, and Billing management 

• Azure Monitoring (Application Insights, Container Insights, Network Insights, Alerts) 

• Azure Networking (Virtual Networks, Peering, NET Gateway, Subnets, Firewalls) 

• Azure Security (Security Groups, Role-Based Access Control) 

• Azure Services (App Services, Functions App, Load Balancer) 

• Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) 

• Azure Storage (Storage Accounts, Disks, Container Registry) 

• Virtual Machines and Bastion

Kubernetes & Containers

• Proficiency with Kubernetes resources (Deployments, DaemonSets, StatefulSets, Services, Ingress, etc.) 

• Experience with Pod Security Standards and RBAC 

• Knowledge of Kubernetes Operators and Controllers 

• Package management with Helm Charts and Kustomize 

• Containerization using OCI tools & runtimes such as Podman and Docker 

Infrastructure & Networking

• Strong Linux administration skills 

• Network architecture and troubleshooting capabilities 

• Infrastructure as Code using Terraform 

• GitOps workflow implementation

Development & Security

• Programming experience in Python, Golang, C#, or similar languages 

• Understanding of REST APIs and Microservices architecture 

• Knowledge of security best practices and penetration testing 

• Experience with DevSecOps and shift-left security principles 

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps/GitLab/GitHub 

Interpersonal Skills

• Active listening and clear communication (both verbal and written) 

• Emotional intelligence and empathy when working with team members 

• Collaborative approach to problem-solving 

• Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback 

• Conflict resolution and diplomatic skills 

• Adaptability when working with different stakeholders and situations 

• Reliability and trustworthiness in handling responsibilities 

• Inclusive attitude that values diverse perspectives 

• Positive, solution-focused mindset 

General Skills & Attributes

• Experience with migration projects and system configuration 

• Understanding of system architecture and domain-driven design principles 

• Strategic thinking and hands-on technical leadership 

• Problem-solving skills with a logical approach 

• Experience with Agile methodologies and Scrum 

• Growth mindset and willingness to learn new technologies 

• Basic understanding of database design (particularly PostgreSQL) 

• Experience with application monitoring and performance optimization 

• Knowledge of test-driven development (TDD) and unit testing 

• Passion for exploring and implementing innovative AI solutions 

   

AI Integration (That's a Plus)

• Knowledge of AI tooling and frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.) 

• Experience with AI model serving platforms (MLFlow, vLLM, Hugging Face TGI, TensorFlow Serving, ONNX Runtime, etc.) 

• Familiarity with MLOps practices and tools 

• Understanding of infrastructure requirements for AI/ML workloads 

• Experience with GPU acceleration and optimization for AI models 

• Enthusiasm for AI technologies and their practical applications 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) 

• 3-5 years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or similar roles 

• Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure 

• Proven track record of implementing and maintaining Kubernetes environments 

• Certifications in Azure, Kubernetes, or related technologies are a plus 

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact AI projects 

• Collaborative environment with leading technology experts 

• Professional development and growth opportunities 

• Starting with a one-year contract, with the potential for a permanent position following successful completion.

• Competitive salary and benefits package 

• Hybrid working environment with minimum 3 days per week in our Amsterdam office 

• Remote working days available