Senior System, DevOps & Software Engineer

Job Title: Senior System, DevOps & Software Engineer

Location: Milano

Employment Type: Permanent, Full‑Time

Role Summary

Are you passionate about building scalable cloud-native platforms, driving DevOps transformation, and delivering high-quality software solutions? We are looking for an experienced Senior System, DevOps & Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to cutting-edge Telco & Media consulting and systems integration projects.

In this role, you will work on designing, implementing, and supporting modern application architectures based on Microservices, Cloud Native, Kubernetes, and GitOps principles, helping customers accelerate their digital transformation journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and reliable software solutions.
• Architect and implement cloud-native applications and microservices-based platforms.
• Develop and automate CI/CD pipelines using modern DevOps practices and tools.
• Manage and optimize on-premises and cloud-based IT infrastructure.
• Administer and harden Linux environments and support networking operations.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and container orchestration solutions.
• Develop automation scripts using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Drive code quality through code reviews, best practices, and design standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile delivery environments.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10–12+ years of experience in Software Engineering, DevOps, Systems Engineering, or related roles.
• Strong programming expertise in Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Microservices Architecture
• REST APIs and Event-Driven Systems
• Docker and Kubernetes
• AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform
• Git, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI
• Infrastructure as Code and DevOps Automation
• Strong Linux administration and networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, Load Balancers).
• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MySQL.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and software delivery best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant cloud, DevOps, or Kubernetes certifications are highly valued.
• Previous experience within the Telecommunications, Media, or Cloud Services industry is preferred.

Language Requirements

• Fluent Italian (Mandatory)
• Fluent English (Mandatory)

About HCLTech

HCLTech is a global technology company with over 226,000 employees across 60 countries. We deliver industry-leading capabilities in AI, digital, engineering, cloud, and software services. Our expertise spans multiple industries including Financial Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Telecom, and Semiconductor, helping clients drive innovation and transformation at scale.