Senior IT Systems Engineer

Contentful, a leading intelligent composable content platform serving nearly 30% of Fortune 500 companies, is seeking a Senior IT Systems Engineer to join their IT Systems Engineering team in Berlin. This role represents an exciting opportunity to join a company of approximately 800 people from over 70 nations, working at the forefront of content management technology.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 5-10 years of IT experience, combining traditional systems engineering with modern DevOps practices and AI implementation. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in MDM environments, network management, and API integration, while being comfortable with coding in languages like Python and working with bash scripts.

This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership and hands-on implementation, where you'll be responsible for championing Release & Deployment, Incident, and Change management processes. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, including AI and various SaaS platforms, while having the opportunity to shape and optimize team processes and automations.

The position comes with an attractive benefits package including stock options, comprehensive health benefits, family-building support, and various stipends for professional development and wellbeing. Working in a hybrid environment, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that values growth mindset, customer-first approach, and collaborative success.

Key responsibilities include managing MDM environments, implementing API integrations, leading technology migrations, and serving as an escalation point for the IT-Services team. The role requires excellent communication skills, experience with Agile methodologies, and the ability to work effectively across different time zones.

This is an ideal opportunity for a systems engineer who wants to make a significant impact in a growing, global tech company while working with modern technologies and practices. The role offers both technical challenges and leadership opportunities, with the chance to influence the direction of IT systems and processes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.