Director of Cloud DevOps

At XTM Group, we build technology that helps enterprises connect with global audiences faster and more efficiently. Our Translation Management platform enables organizations to automate and streamline every stage of the localization process. We believe innovation happens when talented people collaborate, experiment, and continuously learn. That’s why we foster an inclusive, solution-oriented culture where curiosity, teamwork, and ownership are valued every day. Our mission is to become the leading enterprise Translation Management System — and we’re looking for people who want to help shape the future of global communication technology. The Role Hybrid Working Requirement: Candidates should be flexible to attend our Marousi, Athens office 3 times per week. Please note that travel or commuting expenses will not be covered for candidates residing outside Attiki or outside a reasonable commuting distance. We are looking for a highly experienced Director of Cloud DevOps to lead our cloud infrastructure strategy, drive reliability, scalability and security across our AWS and GCP environments, and mentor high-performing technical teams. The ideal candidate combines deep hands‑on expertise in cloud engineering, Kubernetes and automation with strong leadership skills and a forward‑thinking approach to modern DevOps and AI infrastructure. Scope of Tasks Defining, championing, and executing the company’s DevOps and cloud roadmap to ensure alignment with rapid product development and global scale Leading, mentoring, and growing a high-performing team of DevOps and Cloud Engineers while fostering a culture of ownership and technical excellence Overseeing the design, implementation, and optimization of a secure, scalable, and cost-efficient infrastructure primarily on AWS Driving the adoption of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles to ensure all infrastructure is versioned, automated, and reproducible Continuously improving and automating CI/CD pipelines to enable fast, reliable, and frequent software releases across the organization Establishing and tracking key reliability metrics such as SLAs, SLOs, and SLIs to ensure maximum platform uptime and performance Overseeing critical operational areas including monitoring, logging, alerting, incident response, disaster recovery, and capacity planning Integrating security best practices into the entire SDLC (DevSecOps) to ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 standards Managing cloud spending effectively through FinOps practices, identifying cost‑saving measures without compromising on performance Driving the evolution of containerization and orchestration strategies using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS) across the global platform Cloud Engineering, or SRE Demonstrating over 5 years of extensive, hands‑on experience designing and managing complex, high-availability production workloads on AWS Having proven experience in a leadership role such as Director, Head of, or Lead, with a track record of successfully mentoring technical teams Possessing expert‑level proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation Holding deep technical mastery of AWS services including EC2, EKS, ECS, Lambda, RDS, and advanced networking/security tools Showing expert‑level knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes, including cluster management, Helm charts, and service mesh concepts Having strong experience with modern CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins, with a commitment to GitOps principles Demonstrating proficiency in at least one relevant scripting language like Python, Bash, or Go Possessing the ability to manage multi‑cloud environments, specifically involving both AWS and GCP Having experience with advanced observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or Datadog as a distinct advantage Showing familiarity with MLOps or AI infrastructure pipelines to support the industry's shift toward AI‑driven translation Possessing English language skills at a professional level to lead global teams and align technical strategy with business objectives Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here At XTM, we want people to do meaningful work, grow their careers, and have the freedom to innovate. Here’s what you can expect: Make a real impact — contribute to meaningful business outcomes, solve challenges, and help shape the future of our products and services. Innovate with AI and technology — explore new ideas, use modern tools, and find smarter ways to work, build, and solve problems. Grow your career globally — develop your skills, learn from experienced colleagues, and explore opportunities across our international teams. Collaborate across disciplines — work with talented people from different backgrounds and areas of expertise to turn ideas into practical solutions. Keep learning and evolving — stay curious, explore emerging trends, and develop your expertise in a culture that values continuous improvement. Enjoy competitive rewards and benefits — access compensation and benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing. Benefits may vary depending on location and employment type. Your Talent Partner will share additional details during the hiring process. Inclusion at XTM At XTM Group, we believe diverse perspectives create stronger ideas, better products, and more meaningful experiences. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know — we’re happy to support you. What to Expect from the Hiring Process We aim to create a hiring experience that is transparent, engaging, and respectful of your time. Application Review Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and experience carefully. Introductory Conversation If your profile aligns with the role, you’ll meet with a Talent Partner to discuss your background, career goals, and the opportunity in more detail. Skills & Team Conversations You’ll connect with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders to discuss your experience, skills, problem-solving approach, and how you can contribute to the team and the wider business. Final Discussions Depending on the process, there may be a final conversation focused on strategic thinking, collaboration, and long‑term growth potential. Offer & Onboarding Successful candidates will receive a tailored offer and onboarding support to help them succeed from day one. #J-18808-Ljbffr XTM International