Hiring: Lead GitLab Architect / DevOps Tech Lead
We are looking for a strong Lead GitLab Architect / Tech Lead to drive a large-scale technical transformation project for a major client in the German energy sector!
Location: 100% Remote — candidate must be based in the EU
Start Date: ASAP
Client: German energy sector
📌 The Role: Lead GitLab Architect & DevOps Tech Lead
In this hybrid role, you will take full ownership of the project architecture and technical execution while guiding the overall transformation strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of a centrally operated, scalable Renovate platform to automate dependency management across 10,000+ GitLab repositories.
- Combine high-level architecture ownership with hands-on technical work in Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines.
- Oversee software supply chain security, vulnerability management, governance, and compliance.
- Drive stakeholder management and act as the primary technical lead for the initiative.
Key Requirements:
- GitLab Expertise: Deep hands-on knowledge of GitLab CI/CD, APIs, permissions, and onboarding large numbers of repositories.
- Renovate Experience: Practical experience setting up and managing automated dependency updates at scale.
- Architecture & Infrastructure: Proven background with distributed Kubernetes environments, Infrastructure as Code (OpenTofu, Helm), and scripting (Python, Bash, or JS/TS).
- Security & Observability: Strong grasp of Vault/secrets management and monitoring tools (ideally New Relic).
- Leadership: Solid track record in technical leadership, stakeholder management, and running large-scale technical transformations.
