Key Skills

Job Description

DevOps / CI/CD Engineer – Platform Team About the Role The Openbaar Ministerie (OM) is looking for an experienced DevOps / CI/CD Engineer to join the platform team within program EMMA. In this role, you will design, build, and manage the CI/CD chain around an OpenShift platform, enabling development teams to build, test, and deploy software securely, reliably, and efficiently. You will contribute to reusable platform solutions, technical standards, and improved developer experiences while helping development teams become increasingly self-sufficient. You will work closely with technical specialists and development teams to improve automation, standardization, security, stability, and maintainability across the platform. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and manage CI/CD pipelines, templates, and technical standards. Integrate CI/CD processes with OpenShift and supporting services for artifacts, images, testing, and security. Develop reusable solutions that can be adopted across multiple development teams. Improve developer experience through standardized development and deployment processes. Optimize container images, deployments, and automated quality controls. Analyze and resolve complex technical issues involving pipelines, containers, and platform services. Identify opportunities to improve processes and introduce practical, scalable solutions. Document technical solutions, standards, and working practices clearly. Share technical knowledge and support development teams in using platform services independently. Help ensure platform solutions remain reliable, secure, stable, and maintainable. Required Qualifications HBO-level IT education or equivalent professional working and thinking level. At least 4 years of demonstrable experience designing, building, and managing CI/CD pipelines in a professional DevOps environment. Demonstrable experience with containerization. Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, or a comparable container platform. Experience with Linux and scripting, such as Bash. Strong understanding of the relationship between development, CI/CD, containers, and platform services. Ability to analyze complex technical problems and translate them into practical solutions. Strong attention to accuracy, security, stability, and availability. Preferred Qualifications Experience with GitLab CI/CD or OpenShift. Knowledge of Nexus, Grafana, ArgoCD, MuleSoft, or automated security and quality tooling. Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification. Experience working with technical standards and reusable platform solutions. Skills & Competencies DevOps and CI/CD engineering CI/CD pipeline development and management Containerization and container platforms Linux and Bash scripting Technical problem-solving and analysis Accuracy and attention to detail Security and risk awareness Technical insight and continuous learning Clear technical communication Technical documentation Knowledge sharing and collaboration Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to development teams Ability to support adoption of standards and new working methods Education & Experience Education: HBO-level IT education or equivalent working and thinking level. Experience: Minimum 4 years of professional experience designing, building, and managing CI/CD pipelines in a DevOps environment, along with practical experience in containerization and Kubernetes, OpenShift, or a comparable platform. Work Arrangement & Schedule Remote, Netherlands 36 hours per week Employment contract initially for a fixed term, with the possibility of a permanent contract. Selection interviews are scheduled for October 12, 2026, in Utrecht. Selected candidates will receive notification by October 6, 2026. Compensation & Benefits CAO Rijk salary scale 11: €4,132.76 – €6,275.94 Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 16.5% of gross annual salary, consisting of money and time. Flexible options to use the IKB for payment, leave, or tax-friendly purposes. Study and professional development opportunities. Corporate fitness. Full reimbursement of public transport commuting costs. Partially paid parental leave. Compliance / Additional Information A Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag (VOG) is required for this position. Experience with every technology in the platform is not required; relevant professional experience and practical DevOps expertise are valued. The Openbaar Ministerie is committed to a respectful and inclusive working environment. The recruitment process includes structured interviews focused on concrete examples from previous work experience. Candidates can submit their CV and motivation letter through the application process.

Core Responsibilities

Design, build, and manage CI/CD pipelines and technical standards within an OpenShift platform environment. Collaborate with development teams to improve automation, security, and self-sufficiency while maintaining platform reliability.

Requirements

Requires an HBO-level IT education and at least 4 years of professional experience in DevOps and CI/CD pipeline management. Candidates must have demonstrable experience with containerization and platforms like Kubernetes or OpenShift.

Benefits

• Individual Choice Budget
• Flexible working options
• Study and professional development opportunities
• Corporate fitness
• Full reimbursement of public transport commuting costs
• Partially paid parental leave