DevOps Release Automation Specialist

Nordea is a leading Nordic universal bank. We are helping out customers realise their dreams and aspirations - and we have done that for 200 years. We want to make a real difference for our customers and the communities where we operate - by being a strong and personal financial partner.

Job ID: 19200 
Would you like to play a key role in driving the Release Automation vision for Nordea’s Technology Business Unit?

We are looking for a DevOps Release Automation Specialist to contribute in implementing the release automation vision for the Release and Change Management team in Nordea, key focus on release automation and orchestration. Being a DevOps automation and integration specialist, you will participate in building and delivering Nordea’s release orchestration toolset to the next level.  

At Nordea, we know our customers’ needs are changing – and we’re deeply committed to meeting them with the financial solutions of tomorrow. We’re creating an agile environment where we’re harnessing the power of technology – one where you can make an impact. So bring your skills, ideas and unique background. With us, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to grow and make your mark on something bigger. 

About this opportunity
As a part of the Release and Change Management team in Engineering System, with great colleagues who believe in Agile & DevOps ways of working to the core, you will have the opportunity to build and constantly improve the future software delivery pipelines, and infrastructure for some of the most exciting technology solutions of Nordea.
What you'll be doing:   
* Become the in-house technical expert for Nordea release orchestration tool of choice: D.Ai  Release tool
* Plan, implement and maintain D.Ai Release based software release deployment pipelines for exciting digital banking solutions
* Support development teams in creating CI/CD pipelines with D.Ai Release
* Define, implement and continuously improve our continuous integration/deployment pipelines and processes across both our legacy, and new digital solutions
* Automate mundane manual activities throughout the delivery and deployment pipeline to ensure efficiency and reliability of our deployments  
* Operate and facilitate systems and solutions, and support in incident resolutions as 3rd level support for in house developed D.Ai Release plugins
* Ensure that D.Ai Release tool is fit for purpose throughout all its infrastructure environments

This is an opportunity for you to become a part of an enthusiastic, highly innovative and dedicated team, which generates great momentum from collaboration and a can-do no frills attitude.  

The role is primarily based in Poland, Tricity area. Alternative locations are also Finland, Denmark and Sweden.

Who you are

Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us.

Your experience and background:
* At least 5 years of software programming and/or scripting experience
* Experience in handling continuous releases of large-scale software solutions involving complex cross dependencies
* Hands-on proficiency and at least 3 years' experience in several/all the below:

- Container platforms (Docker/Openshift etc.)  
- Deployment orchestration (Ansible, Docker Swarm, Kubernetes or similar)
- CI/CD tools (Jenkins or similar)
- Scripting languages (Python, Shell etc.)
- Prior knowledge of D.Ai Release tool is a definite advantage
- Excellent troubleshooting capabilities, using tools like Splunk and AppDynamics
- Fluency in written and spoken English

If this sounds like you, get in touch!
Next steps

Submit your application no later than 20/09/2023.

At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.
Only for candidates in Sweden: for union information, please contact Finansförbundet at finansforbundet@nordea.se or SACO at SacoNordea@nordea.com
Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.