Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY | Germany | 22xxx Hamburg | Temporary contract | Part time - flexible / Full time / Home office | Published since: 05.06.2026 on stepstone.de
DevOps Developer – Linux, Software-Packaging, Python, GitOps for PETRA IV (m/f/d)
For Hamburg we are looking for: DevOps Developer (w/m/d) – Linux, Software-Packaging, Python, GitOps for PETRA IV Deadline: first 2 years with option on determination | Start: earliest possible | ID: FSMA010/2026 | Deadline: 05.07.2026 | Full time/part time | Mobile work possible The Deutsche Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY, with its more than 2900 employees, is one of the world's leading research centres in Hamburg and Zeuthen. Research focuses on decoding the structure and function of matter, from the smallest particles of the universe to the building blocks of life. DESY thus contributes to solving the major issues and pressing challenges of science, society and the economy. With state-of-the-art research infrastructure, interdisciplinary research platforms and international networking, DESY has a highly attractive working environment in the scientific, technical and administrative field as well as for the training of highly qualified young people. Become part of the Experiment Control Group (FS-EC). Our team develops and operates IT infrastructure for large scientific installations, especially for beam guidance in photon science. We ensure the sustainable operation of the Linux-based infrastructure and provide control system solutions for high-speed data collection and experiment coordination on photon sources such as PETRA III, FLASH and future PETRA IV – one of the most ambitious and innovative research infrastructure projects worldwide. More information about PETRA IV can be found here: PETRA IV
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Structure and maintenance of CI/CD-based build and distribution systems for scientific software such as Debian, Conda, Pip or Docker packages Support in providing enterprise Linux solutions for reliable operation in the DESY research infrastructure Development of sustainable provision concepts for distributed services such as microservices, databases or control system infrastructures Long-term support of build chains, distribution systems (e.g. dollt, ansible) and distributed infrastructure Training of cooperation partners in DevOps and software development best practice Application of modern development methods such as code reviews, git workflows and automated tests Engagement in open source and community projects to further develop scientific IT Cooperation with national and international research institutions in the field of control systems and IT infrastructure
Completed university education in computer science, software development or a related subject with professional experience Found experience in system and network administration (Linux) and automation (e.g. Puppet) Found experience in Python development and basic knowledge of C++ Experience with collaborative software development (Git, CI/CD) and software package (e.g. Debian, Conda, Pip, Pixi) Basic knowledge of container technologies (Docker, Podman, Apptainer) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes) Experience with database systems and distributed services Embossed communication skills and fluent English knowledge in word and writing
Work with worldwide relevance: Our software controls real scientific experiments A high proportion of your work flows directly into open source projects A dynamic team with plenty of space for your own ideas Enjoy a unique working environment on our international research campus. We attach great importance to an esteeming coexistence and well-being of our DESYans. Equality of all people is an important concern to us. DESY offers flexible working hours, variable part-time, job sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%) for better reconciliation of professional and private life. You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and our company's pension plans. As a publicly funded employer, we offer you a secure job and support your individual development with our extensive training and training offers. The remuneration is based on the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees at both locations an employer grant to the job ticket (Germany ticket). .
Location
 | Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY | |
| 22607 Hamburg | ||
| Germany |
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