DevOps Engineer | Automation & Deployment | Hybrid | Athens

Ocado Technology is changing the way the world shops using advanced Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, Big Data, Cloud and IoT. We develop the innovative software and hardware systems that power Ocado.com, as well as the unique 'Ocado Smart Platform' which is being implemented by ambitious retailers across the world from Europe to America, Asia and beyond.

Ocado Technology - Greece (acquisition)

Our R&D department is based in Athens, Greece, where a team of brilliant engineers are developing disruptive material handling systems for the online grocery industry and other retail verticals. We pioneer innovative order fulfilment solutions and last-mile delivery business models tailored for retailers and supply chain-intensive sectors. Our mission is to assist them in overcoming the challenges inherent in modernising their systems and processes to effectively address complex industry issues. Some of the most innovative retailers globally have already partnered with us, and we are delivering products and services for them.

If you are excited about the cross-section where machines meet humans, about the future of work, retail and supply chains, and want to help transform the European logistics industry via Greek technologies, we are interested in getting to know you.

About the Role

You will design and deliver continuous deployment pipelines for physical, on-site hardware by leveraging multiple peripheral SDKs.

This is a multidisciplinary role combining DevOps, backend development, cloud infrastructure, and industrial automation. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, taking ownership of delivery while building strong relationships with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for peripheral PLC and AWS-based systems
• Build and enhance deployment tooling to support reliable, scalable releases
• Contribute to Station Builder (React frontend, C# backend) for deployment and peripheral integration
• Optimise AWS infrastructure for performance, cost, and SOC2-compliant processes
• Improve CI/CD performance for Windows-based workloads, including TIA Portal and TwinCAT build agents
• Automate PLC and hardware deployments using Siemens Openness and Beckhoff ADS APIs
• Maintain and improve existing deployment and configuration tooling
• Ensure adherence to Ocado SDLC standards and engineering best practices 

What We're Looking For

• Strong object-oriented programming skills (C#, .NET, or Java)
• Experience building scalable systems and CI/CD pipelines
• Solid understanding of testing practices (unit, integration, end-to-end)
• Experience with AWS and containerised environments (e.g. Docker)
• Familiarity with Git/GitLab and Windows/Linux environments
• Python experience
• Strong product mindset with the ability to mentor others

Nice to Have

• Experience with React
• Knowledge of Siemens TIA Openness or Beckhoff TwinCAT (training provided)
• SQL or BigQuery experience
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• Degree in Computer Science or a related field

Benefits

Our employee benefits are designed for you. We care about people and we've ensured we have a wealth of benefits that focus on your well-being. We regularly review our benefits to ensure we are supporting our employees appropriately. Currently, we offer technically stretching work, a competitive salary and:

• A hybrid working policy that sees you in the office typically 40% of your time.
• 30 days 'working from anywhere' policy
•  Private Medical Insurance
•  Meal tickets
• Home office equipment
• Opportunity to participate in share schemes
• Regular divisional socials, sports clubs and access to the Ocado Technology Academy for a packed schedule of courses, conferences and events.

If you think you have what it takes to make a difference, please submit your application below.

Be bold, be unique, be brilliant, be you. We are looking for individuality and we value diversity. We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and equally. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive work environment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.