Operations & Cloud Engineer

Organisatie

We help to strengthen resilience of vulnerable people exposed to hazards and crisis situations and we respond to disasters and conflicts to save lives and alleviate suffering. In the Netherlands with more than thirty thousand volunteers and internationally through technical assistance, supplies and money. Together we act before, during and after disasters to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people.

We do this without regards to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinion. Our seven principles guide our humanitarian work: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

The International Assistance division is responsible for all Netherlands Red Cross international support for victims of disasters and conflicts and for vulnerable people exposed to hazards.

Within the International assistance division, 510 is the data & digital unit of the Netherlands Red Cross. Our vision is that smart use of data and digital products will enable faster, higher quality and more (cost) effective humanitarian aid at a global level. The 510 initiative was established early 2016 and has grown since into a team of 50 core and project staff, and a wide network of students and volunteer data experts with diverse backgrounds.

510 has opened a staff position for a:

Operations & Cloud Engineer

32-40 hours/week, The Hague

This is a great opportunity to join a growing software engineering team in a purpose-driven environment where digital products directly support humanitarian aid. We work like a start-up within a large, established organization, combining innovation and impact with long-term stability.

Where are you going to work?

510 is ‘scaling up’ digital humanitarian products in order to maximise their humanitarian impact. To achieve this we need to enhance our software engineering capacity and capabilities, and as a result, we are looking for an Operations & Cloud Engineer to join the team, capable of delivering high quality service to an increasing number of global users and clients.

The role involves collaborating closely with developers, product managers, data specialists, operations team members and external partners such as Financial Service Providers and technology partners. You will be designing and managing cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, implementing CI/CD pipelines, improving deployment automation, ensuring security and compliance, collaborating with development teams, monitoring systems and incidents, planning infrastructure upgrades, and supporting business automation engineering initiatives, all while aligning with stakeholders and adhering to organizational policies.

You’ll report to the Software Engineering Coordinator and work with a friendly, skilled team of engineers (currently 8 and growing). Our culture encourages learning, pairing, mentorship, and healthy work-life balance.

Taken

Operations engineering (3 days week: 1 day IBF & 2 days 121)

Design and manage cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, including networking, databases, and managed services
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub (Actions), enabling automated builds, testing, and deployments
Manage deployments for new clients and improve deployment automation
Manage access control and security for cloud resources, databases, APIs, and source code repositories (RBAC, SSO, secrets, firewall rules)
Collaborate with development teams to improve reliability, performance, and scalability of platform services
Monitor security of systems (e.g., Orca alerts), investigate incidents, and resolve infrastructure issues, in collaboration with the responsible team
Plan and execute infrastructure upgrades and migrations (e.g. managed cloud services, authentication components, network configuration)
Define and improve operational processes, including incident response, fire drills, and preventative maintenance
Ensure environments follow security and compliance best practices, minimizing attack surface
Keep up to date with security advisories relevant to 510’s infrastructure and applications, setting priorities and advising on necessary steps.
Work with external penetration testing teams and follow up on their reports.
Communicate with stakeholders (developers, data specialists, operations) to align platform changes and operational work

Cloud engineering (0.5 day/ week; supporting Data Specialist Lead)

Ensure Azure resources comply with NLRC policies
Interface with the external IT support team for more advanced configurations
Advise on and implement data protection measures in Azure
Set up performance monitoring and alerting for key operational resources
Monitor costs in Azure and set up alerts for key resource groups
Monitor Orca alerts and their resolution by the responsible team

Business Automation Engineering work (supporting Operations team, 1.5 days a week)

Monitoring and repair of data pipelines and workflows across different systems (Retool, EspoCRM, Power Automate, Azure SQL database, Azure Data Factory)
Support in design, planning and implementation to an even better unified data and AI architecture

How your time approximately breaks down:

Operations Engineering: ~60%
Business Automation Engineering: ~30%
Cloud Engineering: ~10%

Functie-eisen en profiel

The ideal candidate should have at least 4-8 years of experience in Operations and cloud engineering, specifically with Microsoft Azure infrastructure. They should possess strong skills in designing and managing cloud environments, implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, and automating deployment processes. Experience with access control, security best practices, and incident response procedures is essential. Additionally, the candidate should excel in collaborating with development teams to enhance the reliability and performance of SaaS products.

Furthermore, the candidate should have a solid background in business automation engineering, with experience in monitoring and repairing data pipelines and workflows across various systems. Skills in setting up performance monitoring, advising on data protection measures, and implementing AI architecture in cloud environments are highly desirable. Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders and ensure compliance with organizational policies will be an important asset. Comfort in working within agile teams and the ability to communicate effectively across various disciplines and cultures, is crucial for success in this role.

In summary, the ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, bringing technical acumen and a willingness to learn, while contributing to the team's overall success and innovation.

Who you are

We are looking for a candidate who is a dedicated and experienced operations and cloud engineering professional with a strong background in designing and managing Microsoft Azure infrastructure. With 4-8 years of experience, the ideal candidate excels in implementing CI/CD pipelines, automating deployment processes, and ensuring security compliance. You are passionate about collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performance while leveraging innovative solutions for business automation. Your proactive approach to monitoring, security, and troubleshooting enables you to tackle challenges effectively, driving continuous improvement in operational processes.

While experience in a humanitarian organization is considered a valuable asset, it is not a prerequisite. What matters most is a passion for making a meaningful difference and a readiness to apply your skills in an exciting and evolving context. If you align with these values and are eager to contribute to our mission, we encourage you to reach out to us.

Ons aanbod

An interesting job with a unique organization. The organization has an immense international network and a significant impact in the humanitarian sector. The work you do is socially relevant and makes an impact, which sometimes means an impact on yourself. Therefore, we care about your well-being and provide tools to find a good balance. We are a flexible and people-oriented work environment with room for initiative and development.

The salary for this position falls within scale 11 as mentioned in the collective agreement, depending on experience, with a minimum of €4.016,48 and a maximum of €5.630,26 gross per month on the basis of full-time employment. We offer a fixed-term contract of 1 year with the prospect of extension.

Next to your monthly salary you will have a 'personal budget’ at your disposal, of 19,2% of your monthly gross salary. You can use it to withdraw a holiday allowance, extra holidays or an end of year bonus. There are also various additional conditions such as a pension scheme, travel allowance, and good opportunities for personal development. You will also have a laptop and mobile phone at your disposal.

Our office is in the Hague, walking distance from the Laan van NOI station. You will work based on your activities, partly from home and partly from the office. We regularly meet colleagues on the work floor but also online via Teams to discuss cross-functional topics and to stay connected to each other and our networks.

Informeren en solliciteren

We look forward to receiving your motivation letter and your resume in English with reference to Linda van Delft (HR advisor) before 6th of April 2026 through this apply button. Want to know more about this role? You can contact Richard Lines, Digital Products Lead at rlines@redcross.nl.

We find it important to ensure the reliability, professionalism, and integrity of our organization and (future) employees. Integrity screening is a standard part of our selection process. This means that a reference check is a standard part of our selection process, and we may also ask for a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) depending on the position.

For more information about the work of the Netherlands Red Cross, visit www.rodekruis.nl, or check our socials:  Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and X