DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes / Linux / SolrCloud) (m/f/d)
Location: Konstanz, Full-time 100%, E13 TV-L
IT Coordination / IT Development
To Build a Discovery Index (m/f/d)
Apache SolrCloud / Kubernetes / Linux
(Full-time 100%, E 13 TV-L)
Reference Number 2026/137. The position is to be filled as soon as possible. It is initially limited to three years. An extension is intended. The position is generally divisible.
About Us
IT Coordination / IT Development
to develop a discovery index (m/f/d)
Apache SolrCloud / Kubernetes / Linux
(Full-time 100%, E 13 TV-L)
Reference number 2026/137. The position is to be filled as soon as possible. It is initially limited to three years. An extension is intended. The position is generally divisible.
The BSZ provides IT-supported services for academic libraries, museums, and archives, particularly in Baden-Württemberg, Saxony, and the Saarland.
To establish and expand the K10plus-Zentral discovery index, we are seeking a dedicated IT specialist with in-depth knowledge of search and indexing technologies. Together with our partner, the GBV, you will operate and develop a highly available search and data platform based on Apache SolrCloud, PostgreSQL, and Kubernetes, handling multi-terabyte-scale data. In addition to platform operations, the role also involves the further development of bibliographic indexing and data management processes based on MARC21 and SolrMarc.
We are looking for a candidate with strong technical understanding, a structured approach to work, and a passion for collaborating in cooperative, cross-institutional development and operations contexts—someone who will actively contribute their expertise to the sustainable expansion of the service.
You will work as part of a dedicated team and in close coordination with department leadership.
Your Responsibilities
- Coordinating the setup and administration of a bare-metal Kubernetes cluster
- Coordinating the setup, operation, and further development of an Apache SolrCloud infrastructure
- Further developing SolrMarc-based indexing and data processes
- Developing and customizing Java-based components and indexing logic
- Integrating and providing technical support for relational data storage in the context of bibliographic metadata
- Optimizing performance, monitoring, and capacity
- Development of backup, recovery, and operational processes
Your Profile
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in computer science or a comparable academic degree
- Several years of experience operating Linux-based production environments
- Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration
- Knowledge of Apache Solr, Elasticsearch, or comparable technologies
- Proficiency in Java and experience with build/deployment processes are preferred
- Knowledge of bibliographic data formats, particularly MARC21, is an advantage
- German language skills at least at the B2 level
We offer you
- An interesting position with a pleasant work environment on Lake Constance
- Flexible work hours
- Sports activities as part of the company’s health management program
- JobTicket
- Mobile office
- Professional development opportunities
- Salary classification according to the TV-Länder collective bargaining agreement (up to pay grade E13 TV-L, depending on personal qualifications)
An individualized onboarding program tailored to your needs is a given for us. The full regular weekly work schedule is currently 39.5 hours.
Konstanz is the largest city on Lake Constance and, as a local recreational area, is a popular place to live and work with a wide range of leisure activities.
Contact and Application
Only complete application packages (cover letter, resume, and current transcripts) will be considered.
For further information, please contact Ms. Sibylle Hermann (via the BSZ office, Tel. ).
We look forward to receiving your application with the standard documents via the online application portal by July 16, 2026.
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