Cloud Solutions Architect (m/f/div)

Max Planck Computing and Data Facility (MPCDF)

Job Description

The Max Planck Computing and Data Facility (MPCDF) is a competence center of the Max Planck Society. It is engaged in the develop­ment and optimi­zation of algorithms and applications for high-per­for­mance computing as well as in the design and implementation of solutions for data-intensive pro­jects in close colla­boration with scientists of the Max Planck Institutes. The MPCDF operates Max Planck super­computers, compute systems, and data repositories for various Max Planck Institutes, and maintains an up-to-date infrastructure for data management including long-term archival as one of the largest such academic sites within Europe.

The Max Planck Computing and Data Facility (MPCDF) is looking for a

Cloud Solutions Architect (m/f/div)
Job ID 10/2024

The MPCDF computer and data infrastructure is currently extended to also include cloud-based sys­tems, and we are seeking a qualified candi­date to join our cloud support team. The chosen candi­date will take a leading role in supporting MPG projects as they migrate to the OpenStack Cloud as well as designing tailor-made solutions for various Max Planck Institutes using this cloud.

The applicant should ideally hold a degree and have a history of involvement in research, particularly with strong and clear experience in IT.


  • Communication with institutes interested in using MPCDF's cloud-based services
  • Development of solutions addressing the needs of these institutes
  • Further development of the existing cloud-based infrastructure
  • Administration and operation of selected components supporting this infrastructure

The full-time position starts as soon as possible and is initially limited for a period of up to three years with the possibility of extending this to a permanent position.

Salary will be based on experience according to the German TVöD.


  • Good knowledge of Linux as administrator
  • Experience with modern cloud technologies (ideally OpenStack)
  • Knowledge of container and orchestration technologies (Docker and Kubernetes)
  • Experience with Infrastructure as code tools and practices (e.g. Terraform, Helm, Heat, Ansible) would be ideal
  • Programming and scripting experience (e.g. Python, Bash)
  • Creativity for problem solving under changing conditions as well as accuracy and attention to detail
  • Good communication skills (in English)

  • Flexible working hours and a friendly working environment
  • Proximity to Underground station U6, discount Deutschland / MVV job tickets available
  • Located in one of Germany's most attractive areas
  • Free Parking on Premise
  • Helpful, highly motivated, and multi-disciplinary team
  • Open, inspiring, dynamic, and international atmosphere
  • A wide range of further training opportunities and development prospects
  • Company pension scheme (VBL)

The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.

Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.

The MPCDF wishes to increase diversity and equality of opportunity in all respects and welcomes applications without regard to factors such as nationality, ethnicity, disability, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.

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