Platform Engineer (DevOps / DataOps)
Continental · Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees
About the role
You will build, automate, and operate a secure, scalable, and self-service cloud platform for data and AI initiatives. Responsibilities include implementing Infrastructure as Code, managing CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring platform reliability and operational efficiency.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold an academic degree in a relevant field and possess at least 3 years of experience in platform or cloud engineering. Proficiency in Microsoft Azure or AWS, Terraform, and CI/CD workflows is required, along with strong communication skills.
Benefits
Full description
Company Description
Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.
Job Description
We are looking for a Platform Engineer (DevOps / DataOps) to build, automate, and operate our enterprise data and AI platform. The role focuses on creating and operating a secure, scalable, and self-service cloud platform that enables data engineers, data scientists, analysts, and application teams to deliver business value efficiently.
While experience with data platforms is beneficial, the primary focus is on platform engineering principles, cloud infrastructure, automation, governance, and operational excellence. The preferred cloud platform is Microsoft Azure, although experience with AWS is equally valued.
You will work closely with (enterprise) architects, automation teams, data engineers, and product teams to establish a modern platform operating model based on Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, cloud-native services, and platform self-service capabilities.
Main Responsibilities:
- Implement and maintain Infrastructure/Policy as Code using tools such as Terraform;
- Develop reusable platform services and self-service capabilities for engineering teams;
- Automate provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management of cloud resources;
- Establish platform automation standards and engineering guardrails;
- Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for platform and application deployments;
- Implement monitoring, observability, alerting, and operational dashboards;
- Improve platform reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Academic Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field;
- +3 years of experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering;
- Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture principles;
- Experience with Microsoft Azure (preferred) or AWS;
- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred);
- Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines;
- Strong knowledge of Git-based development workflows;
- Lakehouse experience (e.g., Databricks, MS Fabric, Snowflake) is a plus;
- Understanding of networking, security, identity management, and cloud operations;
- Solid communication and stakeholder management skills;
- Fluent English communication skills.
Additional Information
Our offer:
- Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
- Flexible working model;
- Collaborative working style;
- Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training;
- Opportunity to make a difference.
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.
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- Leadership Level: Leading Self
- Legal Entity: Continental Solution Center Portugal, Unipessoal, LDA. (0581)
- Referral Bonus: Yes
- Working Time: Full Time
