Mike Schmitt
DevOps Engineer
Würzburg
Summary
Dedicated to creating robust, maintainable, and efficient systems. Advocating for the KISS principle, with an emphasis on clean, structured, and error-free work. Priorities include delivering streamlined, low-maintenance setups and fostering operational excellence through automation, scalability, and continuous improvement. Expertise includes infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring high availability and performance in production environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Senior DevOps Engineer
InterNetX GmbH
Würzburg
11.2023 - Current
- Optimized existing CI/CD pipelines as well as created various new deployments
- Provisioned, maintained and improved existing Kubernetes Setups.
- Reduced system downtime for critical applications by implementing robust monitoring and alerting tools.
- Provided 24/7 on-call support for critical systems.
- Optimized build processes using tools such as GitLab CI/CD.
- Fostered culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Improved existing Linux system infrastructure by implementing Ansible deployments using pipelines.
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Emnify GmbH
Würzburg
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Used Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices to update and modernize existing infrastructure, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
- Expanded existing CI/CD infrastructure, enabling streamlined software development and delivery processes.
- Advocated for and supported migration to Jira and Confluence Cloud, driving enhanced collaboration and documentation practices.
- Optimized infrastructure to maximize resource utilization and minimize costs, delivering cost-effective solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
- Conducted reviews of existing systems, providing recommendations for improvements and enhancements.
- Leveraged metrics to monitor application and infrastructure performance, identifying areas for optimization and fine-tuning.
- Demonstrated technical leadership, delivering services tailored to address specific requirements.
- Orchestrated planning and implementation of network enhancements and upgrades, ensuring seamless operations.
- Identified, analyzed, and resolved infrastructure vulnerabilities and deployment issues, ensuring secure and reliable environments.
Team Lead Development Infrastructure
Flyeralarm GmbH
Würzburg
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Led high-performing team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to achieve exceptional results.
- Fostered collaborative, positive work environment, promoting teamwork, open communication, and knowledge sharing.
- Developed and executed strategies to optimize team performance and enhance productivity, resulting in improved outcomes and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, delivering constructive feedback and implementing development plans to support individual growth.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and exploring new technologies or methodologies to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
- Acted as point of escalation for complex issues, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and ensuring timely resolutions.
- Mentored and trained apprentices, cultivating skills and contributing to team growth.
- Evaluated and assessed new hosting solutions to identify most suitable options for organizational needs.
- Created comprehensive long-term infrastructure roadmap to ensure scalability, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.
- Coordinated and prioritized team tasks in alignment with company roadmap requirements, ensuring optimal productivity and goal achievement.
IT Specialist for System Integration
Flyeralarm GmbH
Würzburg
03.2015 - 04.2018
- Deployed and configured infrastructure focusing on efficiency and reliability, utilizing modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies.
- Demonstrated proficiency in monitoring and optimizing infrastructure performance with industry-standard tools like InfluxDB, Grafana, and Icinga2.
- Ensured integrity and stability of Linux infrastructure supporting prominent web presence.
- Provisioned and configured systems to meet unique requirements of development teams, enhancing productivity and driving innovation.
IT Specialist for System Integration
Syniverse Technologies Messaging GmbH
Würzburg
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Demonstrated proficiency in effectively maintaining and optimizing Linux-based systems, ensuring their reliability and smooth operation
- Implemented robust monitoring and backup protocols to ensure integrity and availability of critical infrastructure components
- Setting up resilient and high-availability telecommunication systems, ensuring uninterrupted communication services
- Exhibited strong problem-solving skills, adeptly diagnosing and resolving complex issues to maintain system functionality and performance
- Provided customer support, efficiently addressing inquiries and resolving technical issues to ensure client satisfaction
Apprenticeship for System Integration
Syniverse Technologies Messaging GmbH
Würzburg
09.2011 - 07.2014
Education
Apprenticeship For System Integration -
Klara Oppenheimer Vocational Training School
Würzburg 04.2001 -
Skills
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Ansible)
Infrastructure and application monitoring
Team leadership & management
Continuous integration & delivery
Linux system administration
Infrastructure automation
Containerization technologies
Configuration management
Maintenance and troubleshooting
Monitoring and logging
Certification
CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator
Timeline
CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator
10-2024
Senior DevOps Engineer
InterNetX GmbH
11.2023 - Current
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Emnify GmbH
03.2021 - 10.2023
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
01-2021
Team Lead Development Infrastructure
Flyeralarm GmbH
04.2018 - 03.2021
Trainer/Instructor certified under the AEVO
01-2018
LPIC 1
06-2016
IT Specialist for System Integration
Flyeralarm GmbH
03.2015 - 04.2018
IT Specialist for System Integration
Syniverse Technologies Messaging GmbH
07.2014 - 03.2015
Apprenticeship for System Integration
Syniverse Technologies Messaging GmbH
09.2011 - 07.2014
Apprenticeship For System Integration -
Klara Oppenheimer Vocational Training School
04.2001 -
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