Infrastructure Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for delivering, commissioning, and operating end-to-end shipboard and cloud-based infrastructure. Ensures resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure supporting applications developed for maritime business. The Infrastructure Specialist collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-availability systems and drive innovation in operational technology.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordination of end‑to‑end ship infrastructure delivery in close collaboration with Shipbuilding engineering and yard operations.
• Datacenter installation and maintenance responsibilities (compute, storage, networking; lifecycle, capacity, continuity).
• Deploy, manage, and operate Kubernetes-based platforms, including provisioning, cluster lifecycle operations, and edge/ship environments
• Ensure seamless integration between shipboard OT systems and onboard/cloud IT platforms, following maritime safety, cybersecurity, and operational standards.
• Implement infrastructure-as-code, GitOps workflows, and automation pipelines to streamline deployment, configuration, and platform updates.
• Monitor platform performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability, resiliency, and disaster recovery for shipboard and cloud workloads.
• Collaborate with solution architects, cybersecurity teams, and business stakeholders to align infrastructure with project goals.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements for scalability, security, and efficiency

COMPETENCES AND WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with significant exposure to edge computing, hyperconverged systems, or distributed compute platforms.
• Proven experience with Kubernetes orchestration, preferably with SUSE Rancher, Harvester, or equivalent edge/virtualization platforms.
• Proven expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Solid understanding of OT protocols, industrial networks, and security best practices.
• Experience with IaC tooling (Terraform, Ansible) and GitOps workflows (ArgoCD, Flux).
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Understanding operational needs and aligning infrastructure solutions to business goals
• Taking initiative in projects, driving improvements, and ensuring high availability and resilience
• Fluent in English and Italian

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in maritime, aerospace, defense, or industrial edge-computing sectors.
• Certifications related to Kubernetes, cloud engineering, or virtualization (CKA, Rancher, AWS/Azure).
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in agile development environments.