Chanel DevOps Engineer – Software Factory

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Assess and upgrade existing CI/CD pipelines to enhance delivery velocity and reliability
• Design and implement Git workflows tailored to project team requirements
• Establish quality assurance and security tooling aligned with DevSecOps standards
• Develop and optimize application containers and Kubernetes orchestration configurations
• Create, maintain, and optimize Terraform modules for Infrastructure as Code practices
• Document procedures, methodologies, and architectural decisions for team knowledge retention
• Ensure quality and stability of deployment processes across environments
• Establish DORA (DevOps Research and Assessment) metrics dashboards for performance tracking
• Guide project teams through the adoption and implementation of DevSecOps practices
• Collaborate with infrastructure and architecture teams to maintain Chanel standards

Qualifications

• Master of DevSecOps concepts and practices
• Proficiency with cloud environments (Microsoft Azure and AWS preferred)
• Strong expertise in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of Azure DevOps with YAML pipeline configuration
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Ansible, Terraform)
• Competence in scripting languages (Shell, Python)
• Development experience in Java and JavaScript; iOS Swift knowledge advantageous
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging platforms (ELK, Datadog, Dynatrace)
• Knowledge of code quality tools (SonarQube, Linter) and security scanning (SAST, DAST, RASP)
• Introduction to AI tools and applications

Skills

Experience

Successful background in digital project environments with demonstrated technical depth in at least one cloud platform. Familiarity with agile development practices and collaborative cross-functional team dynamics desired. The role prioritizes learning velocity and technical adaptability over prior specialized experience.

Education

University-level engineering student or equivalent qualification (Bac+5 minimum). Current enrollment or recent completion of an engineering degree program in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or related discipline.

Workplace

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

About Cerulean

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