Our office is in Amsterdam, but remote work within the EU is available. We also provide relocation assistance to the Netherlands.

Product Engineering at Leaseweb

We have around 90 engineers working in small scrum teams, each responsible for specific products or architectural components. Our teams operate on a remote-first model, gathering in person at our Amsterdam HQ twice a year.

We maintain a flat organizational structure that emphasizes independence and entrepreneurship, fostering an informal and relaxed work environment where you'll collaborate with some of the most inspiring colleagues in the industry.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a seasoned developer with a strong DevOps mindset and skillset. You’ll contribute to and collaborate with the Apache CloudStack project. Given that we provide hosting infrastructure, deep expertise in Linux and Networking is crucial. You’ll lead in managing and scaling our CloudStack deployments, from debugging software issues and replicating customer problems to designing and implementing sustainable solutions, enabling Leaseweb to deliver scalable Public Cloud services.

You'll join a team of DevOps engineers with diverse skills and a passion for tackling the challenges of building and operating Leaseweb’s Public Cloud. Our goal is to create reliable platforms and interfaces with trustworthy endpoints, running a standardized stack that is easily maintained and fully autonomous for users via our API and Customer Portal.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating closely with the Apache CloudStack community on the project.
• Developing and supporting the Apache CloudStack project.
• Maintaining Leaseweb’s CloudStack deployments, both operationally and through software improvements.
• Resolving customer issues with CloudStack by fixing bugs and adding new features.
• Participating in the on-call rotation schedule.

Requirements

• In-depth understanding of the Apache CloudStack open-source project.
• Extensive experience with Java development in a cloud hosting environment.
• Proficiency in Python for automation and testing.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems, preferably Ubuntu, and experience with Shell/Bash is a plus.
• Excellent understanding of virtualization technologies like KVM, QEMU, and libvirt.
• Experience with Networking and Storage automation is highly advantageous.
• A team player with strong planning, logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Experience with continuous integration tools like Jenkins and configuration management systems like Chef is a plus.
• Familiarity with Git, Grafana, Prometheus, Kubernetes, and Docker is beneficial.

Benefits

• Participation in an annual company bonus scheme and pension plan.
• Internet and travel allowances.
• Work-from-home policy.
• Lease bike plan.
• 25 days of paid time off, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 more days.
• Free lunch, parking, and fresh fruit when in the office.
• Attractive relocation packages, with visa assistance provided.
• Access to the Leaseweb Academy for personalized learning, including various courses and training (Dutch included).
• Fun events throughout the year, including virtual pub quizzes, summer parties, company runs, quarterly hackathons, and more.
• Monthly after-work drinks.
• A multicultural work environment with colleagues from over 60 countries, where you can truly make an impact.

Ready for the next step?

If you’re interested, please apply online. To learn more about us, follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at life at Leaseweb. For inquiries, contact Danisha Ardilla, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at: d.ardilla@global.leaseweb.com.

We directly source all candidates, so unsolicited profiles from recruitment agencies will be treated as direct applications.

Salary and Compensation

While no specific salary is provided, we estimate compensation based on similar roles related to Python, Docker, Travel, DevOps, Java, Cloud, API, and Engineering jobs to be in the range of $55,000 — $100,000/year.

Additional Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching
• Distributed team
• Async work environment
• Vision, dental, and medical insurance
• Unlimited vacation and paid time off
• 4-day workweek
• Company retreats and coworking budget
• Learning and mental wellness budgets
• Free gym membership and home office budget
• Profit-sharing, equity compensation, and the option to receive pay in crypto
• No whiteboard interviews or monitoring systems
• No office politics
• Inclusive hiring for all ages