DevOps Engineer

About The Company

AFRA GmbH is an established software company with more than 30 years of experience in tool development, embedded software, testing, and industrial automation. The company contributes software engineering expertise to technically demanding customer projects and has built a reputation as a dependable, long-term technology partner. Through lasting client relationships and a strong focus on continuity, AFRA provides its employees with opportunities to develop their careers in an innovative and technically challenging environment.

This position is based in Erlangen or Forchheim, Germany. AFRA values collaboration, personal responsibility, an open-door approach, and a collegial workplace where employees work together directly and constructively.

About The Role

AFRA GmbH is seeking a full-time DevOps Engineer (m/f/d) with C#/.NET expertise to support software development teams and strengthen their build, deployment, and delivery processes. This is a permanent position offering a long-term career opportunity. You will work across development and system integration, helping teams create reliable, automated workflows and maintain effective development and test environments.

In this hands-on role, you will use Microsoft Visual Studio and Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) to implement integrated software development processes. You will take ownership of operating and improving Continuous Delivery pipelines, configure Continuous Deployment workflows, and assist teams with build and deployment automation. Your C# knowledge will also help development colleagues investigate and resolve technical issues.

Qualifications

• A degree in computer science or a comparable qualification.
• Experience working on larger software development projects; previous experience as a DevOps Engineer is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MSBuild and familiarity with automation frameworks.
• Practical experience with build automation, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery tools, particularly Microsoft Team Foundation Server.
• Expertise configuring and customizing TFS build and release processes for specific project or customer requirements.
• In-depth understanding of operating and maintaining Continuous Delivery pipelines.
• Good C# programming skills and familiarity with modern technologies.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to identify and isolate automation and product defects.
• A results-oriented approach, along with teamwork, communication, and a willingness to learn.
• Fluent German and English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement integrated software development processes using Microsoft Visual Studio and Microsoft Team Foundation Server.
• Operate, monitor, and continuously optimize the Continuous Delivery pipelines used by development departments.
• Create and configure Continuous Deployment pipelines and support automation across build and deployment systems.
• Extend and maintain existing development and test environments to meet project needs.
• Investigate operational issues independently, analyze root causes, and help restore reliable service.
• Apply your C# expertise to support development teams with troubleshooting and defect analysis.
• Collaborate with colleagues across software development and system integration to improve delivery quality and efficiency.

Benefits

• A permanent employment contract and a long-term professional perspective in an innovative environment.
• Varied, responsible work spanning software development through system integration.
• A structured introduction to your responsibilities and individualized opportunities for professional development.
• An attractive starting salary, flexible working hours, and 30 days of annual leave.
• Company-supported pension provision and additional employment benefits.
• The possibility of participating in the company in the medium term.
• A collegial workplace that encourages personal responsibility and open communication.

Equal Opportunity

AFRA GmbH is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and professional workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and business needs. Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background, identity, or personal circumstances. If you are interested in building dependable software delivery processes as part of a collaborative team, AFRA welcomes your application.