IT / DevOps Specialist (m/f/d)

Wetzlar PRDC Office

Full-time

Permanent employee

Your mission

About the Role
You will be the technical backbone of our engineering organization, combining classic enterprise IT expertise with hands‑on support for our automotive software development toolchain. Your work ensures that our teams can develop, integrate, test, and release automotive software efficiently and securely. This role sits at the intersection of IT operations, DevOps, and automotive engineering — perfect for someone who enjoys variety and ownership.

Key Responsibilities

Core IT Operations

Manage and support Windows clients and Linux servers, user accounts, and standard office applications
Maintain network services (DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewall rules, VLANs) in collaboration with central IT
Oversee hardware lifecycle: laptops, workstations, servers, peripherals
Ensure IT security compliance, patch management, and endpoint protection
Provide 2nd‑level support for employees and engineering teams
Administer collaboration tools (Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, Exchange, Intune)

Automotive DevOps & Toolchain Support

Operate and maintain automotive development tools such as:
Source Code Management as Bitbucket, GitHub, Jenkins, Gitlab or other CI/CD systems,
Artifactory, Nexus, or comparable artifact repositories,
Polarion, Monaco, Enterprise Architect or similar requirements/ALM systems,
Vector tools (CANoe, vTESTstudio) or OEM‑specific toolchains
Support build environments for C/C++, embedded Linux, AUTOSAR, or model‑based development
Troubleshoot CI pipelines, build failures, and integration issues
Manage user access, permissions, and project configurations
Automate recurring tasks using Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Collaborate with software engineers to improve tool performance and reliability

Infrastructure & System Administration

Maintain on‑prem and cloud‑based servers (VMware, GCP, AWS)
Monitor system performance, storage, switches, and servers via Zabbix
Monitor external services via UptimeKuma
Support containerized environments (Docker, Docker Swarm and Harbor Registry) where applicable
Ensure high availability of development systems and internal services
Document system configurations, processes, and best practices

Your profile

Qualifications

Required

Completed training or degree in IT, computer science, or comparable field
Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux system administration
Experience with Git‑based version control and CI/CD systems
Familiarity with automotive development processes (ASPICE, ISO 26262)
Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
Strong problem‑solving mindset and service‑oriented communication style
Fluent in English; German is a plus

Preferred

Experience with ALM tools (Polarion, Vector, Monaco)
Knowledge of embedded software development workflows
Understanding of network architectures and IT security concepts
Experience supporting engineering teams in automotive or industrial environments

Why us?

A role with real impact on our engineering productivity
Modern IT environment with freedom to improve and automate
Collaboration with experienced software, test, and systems engineers
Opportunities for training and specialization in automotive DevOps
Flexible working hours and hybrid work options
A supportive team culture with short decision paths
An attractive salary package
Hybrid working to ensure a positive work-life balance
Exciting projects in the automotive industry with renowned OEMs
An international working atmosphere in an innovative company

About us

Pioneer. More Than Just A Technology Company.

Pioneer’s legacy began in 1930, when the founder Nozomu Matsumoto had a life-changing experience of listening to music reproduced from imported hi-fi dynamic speakers. He was so impressed with the soul-stirring sound that he decided to make great-sounding dynamic speakers for others to enjoy. Matsumoto’s passion and belief in sharing a thrilling sensation with others runs in the Pioneer Group’s philosophy “Move the Heart and Touch the Soul,” which has guided us in decision-making in business for decades.

Today, Pioneer is a leading manufacturer of top-tier automotive products developed specifically for automotive vehicles.

So, who do we serve? We serve the melody of music, the rhythm of the road, and most importantly, you. For those who cherish music, who relish every drive, and who value moments with their loved ones, Pioneer is your companion, because at the heart of it all, we believe in enriching everybody's in-car life.