Director Cloud & Platform Services (f / m / d)
We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to build and lead a group-wide Cloud & Platform Services delivery organization. As Head of Cloud & Platform Services, you will drive the transformation from fragmented local infrastructure teams into a unified, high-performing unit that delivers secure, scalable, and automated cloud and platform services to our B2B customers. Supporting both SMEs and large enterprises, you will shape the future of hybrid and multi-cloud environments across all A1 markets.
Your mission is to establish and lead a future-proof, group-wide Cloud & Platform Services organization delivering secure, automated, and resilient platforms that empower modern applications and enterprise IT environments across all A1 markets.
- Define and execute the group-wide cloud and platform services strategy, covering virtualization (e.g., VMware, KVM), managed OS (Windows, Linux / Unix), managed databases (SQL, NoSQL, DBaaS), and platform services (e.g., ASP, VMC, Private Cloud).
- Lead the transition from legacy infrastructure to cloud-native, API-first, and automated platforms, including integration with hyperscalers (Azure, AWS, GCP), container platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift), and sovereign cloud providers (e.g., Exoscale).
- Drive standardization, modularization, and reusability across infrastructure automation using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI / CD pipelines, and GitOps practices.
- Define and enforce requirements for high availability, performance, security (Zero Trust, Identity, Encryption), and regulatory compliance across all services.
- Collaborate closely with Portfolio Management, Product Management, Security, Compliance, and business teams to ensure alignment with customer needs and regulatory frameworks.
- Manage cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement and innovation.
- Define, monitor, and report on KPIs related to service quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Your Profile
Longstanding senior management experience in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or IT operations and stakeholder management skillsDeep technical expertise in cloud-native architectures, virtualization, containers, and platform servicesProven track record in delivering multi-cloud and hybrid IT solutions at enterprise scaleStrong knowledge of DevOps, SRE, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automation frameworksExperience with security, compliance, and governance in regulated environmentsFluent in English (minimum B2+); German or other languages are a plusWillingness to travel occasionally across A1 Group marketsCertifications are an advantage but not a must :
Cloud Architecture & OperationsMicrosoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Platform & ContainerizationCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration
DevOps & AutomationHashiCorp Certified : Terraform Associate GitLab Certified DevOps Professional Microsoft Certified : DevOps Engineer Expert
Security & ComplianceCertified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) CISSP or CISM
Service Management & DeliveryITIL(R) Foundation or higher PMP(R), PRINCE2(R)
Optional : Technology & Vendor Experience
Cloud Platforms : Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Exoscale, Sovereign CloudVirtualization & OS : VMware, KVM, Hyper-V, Windows Server, Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, SUSE)Containers & Orchestration : Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, HelmPlatform Services : Managed databases (SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DBaaS), Application Services Platforms (ASP), Private CloudAutomation & DevOps : Terraform, Ansible, GitOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI / CD, ArgoCDSecurity & Identity : Zero Trust Architecture, IAM, encryption, policy enforcement, compliance frameworks (ISO, GDPR, NIS2)Benefits & More
Flexible working : Home office, remote work, flextime, sabbatical26 vacation days & days off on December 24th and 31stPaid lunch break, canteen & vouchersFree A1 internet plus additional discounts for family & friendsCompany phone for personal use as wellInternal job market at A1 & skill enhancementIt is important to us that your salary reflects your qualifications and experience. It can exceed the collective agreement and starts at EUR 130,000 gross per year.
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