Engineering Manager – Datacenter (f/m/d)

GMX, WEB.DE & mail.com | IT System Administration | Karlsruhe / Munich | Permanent | Full-time | Management roles | Reference ID: 293

• Are you passionate about Linux systems and infrastructure automation? Do feel excited for a chance to build our new Datacenter with us on a green field? Are you ready to build and lead a skilled engineering team while staying hands-on with cutting-edge technologies?

  At Mail & Media, we are the digital home for over 42 million users across our brands WEB.DE, GMX, and mail.com. We operate one of Europe’s largest e-mail platforms with a highly scalable, container-based infrastructure. We offer a European solution for secure email and cloud storage with full data protection. Our teams work with cutting-edge technologies including AI, Big Data, and secure cloud services, shaping the future of digital communication.

  Join us as an Engineering Manager - Datacenter (f/m/d) and take ownership of mission-critical infrastructure components. You’ll build and lead a team of talented engineers, drive technical innovation, and ensure the reliability and scalability of our systems.

• Build, lead, and mentor a team of system engineers responsible for Linux Server Infrastructure & Automation.
• Build and manage Linux servers (mostly Debian), ensuring performance and reliability on bare-metal and VM platforms.
• Drive automation and configuration management using tools and languages like Ansible, Puppet, Python, or Bash.
• Use modern monitoring frameworks like Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK.
• Contribute to recruiting and foster a strong team culture and professional development.
• Your profile

  Do you combine deep technical expertise with a passion for leadership? Are you confident in managing complex infrastructure and enabling others to grow? Do you enjoy solving problems hands-on while shaping team dynamics and technical strategy?

  Then we’d love to hear from you! To succeed in this role, you should bring:

• A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field — or equivalent practical experience and a proven track record of leading IT infrastructure teams.
• Strong experience in Linux system administration and complex infrastructure operations.
• Proficiency in configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, SaltStack) and scripting languages like Python or similar.
• Solid understanding of DNS, DHCP, PXE, and proxy systems.
• Hands-on leadership style with experience in recruiting and developing engineering teams.
• Our benefits in detail

  Lived corporate culture : Flat hierarchies, a culture of respect and appreciation, signatories of the Diversity Charter, open communication and no dress code

  Wide range of further training : Internal and external training opportunities, LinkedIn Learning, language courses, internal and external training opportunities, leadership training, conferences and mentoring and free choice between Linux, Mac, or Windows

  TEC-Campus : Conferences, lecture series, courses, open-source projects, community meetups and user groups

  ❤️ Active health care: Wellpass, free internal sports and fitness classes, health days, family & care support services, discounts at fitness centers, mental health first responder, fresh fruit and drinks for free

  Mobility : Company car, subsidy for job bike leasing and the job ticket

  Flexible working models : Home office options, flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation with the option for additional unpaid leave

  Financial benefits : Corporate benefits, company pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, occupational disability insurance and various partner discounts

  Events : Summer and winter parties, sports tournaments and team events