Sam Pyzer
Associate Director
DevOps Engineer
Basel 2 B Z Sortierung, Switzerland
Apply by 20 Nov 2025
CHF110 per hour
Job Ref.: BH-55962
Job Description
This is the first hire into an R&D function looking at Opensource/ Community led Code Hosting Platforms
Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Architect the Platform:
o Design and implement a secure, scalable, and efficient shared source environment.
o Set up and manage version control systems (e.g., GitLab or GitHub Enterprise).
o Build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and high-quality code delivery.
o Integrate software security best practices, including access control, vulnerability scanning, and dependency management.
• Define Governance & Process: o Develop an operational playbook for the shared source program, including clear guidelines on contributions, code reviews, versioning, and release management. o Implement technical controls to protect intellectual property and align with contribution models (e.g., CLAs).
• Cultivate the Community: o Onboard contributors and provide technical support to ensure active participation. o Foster a collaborative and innovative environment by encouraging high-quality contributions.
• Bridge the Gap:
o Collaborate with legal teams to translate legal requirements (e.g., licensing and IP) into practical technical processes. o Ensure the shared source program is compliant while maintaining a developer-friendly environment.
Must haves:
• Proven experience working within open-source or shared-source projects and environments, managing the implementation of open-source frameworks and systems.
• Hands-on expertise with code-hosting platforms and developer ecosystems like GitLab or GitHub Enterprise.
• Strong background in DevOps and CI/CD automation to ensure efficient and high-quality code maintenance.
• Solid understanding of software security best practices, including access control, vulnerability scanning, and dependency management
• Knowledge of software licensing, contribution models (e.g., CLAs), and intellectual property considerations in a collaborative coding context