IT SYSTEM ENGINEER - FOCUS AI (M/F/D)

We are a community open to everyone. One global team where everyone counts.

Join the Canyon team and work at the cutting edge of the bike industry, with a job as versatile and exciting as the bikes we develop. All in an open, international atmosphere where teamwork, collaboration, true innovation, and a dynamic workplace are all part of our everyday. Ready to ride with us? 

Stellenbeschreibung

THE ROLE

 

Join our IT Operations team and collaborate closely with Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Data Science to create a scalable, resilient, and AI-ready cloud environment. Your mission: ensure our systems not only run efficiently today, but are prepared to meet the complex demands of tomorrow’s AI applications.

If you're passionate about cloud engineering, automation, and emerging AI platforms – and want to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting – this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the cycling industry.

YOUR JOB AS PART OF THE CANYON CREW

 

  • Design and operate AI-ready infrastructure: Build and maintain scalable, secure cloud environments for internal and external AI agents (e.g., Azure AI, OpenAI).

  • Manage hybrid IT landscapes: Ensure smooth operation of hybrid systems on Azure or GCP, including SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS components.

  • Automate with Infrastructure as Code: Use Terraform and PowerShell to automate, enhance, and document our cloud infrastructure.

  • Integrate security standards: Embed relevant security requirements into all AI-related cloud services.

  • Monitor and troubleshoot: Leverage observability tools (e.g., Log Analytics, Azure Monitor) to proactively optimize system performance.

  • Support MLOps and deployments: Contribute to operational management of LLMs, including CI/CD, monitoring, logging, and versioning.

  • Innovate and collaborate: Participate in interdisciplinary IT projects, explore emerging technologies, and support proofs-of-concept.

HOW YOU BECOME PART OF THE RACE

 

  • A degree in (business) informatics or a comparable qualification.

  • Several years of experience operating cloud infrastructures (Azure or GCP).

  • Hands-on knowledge of automation and integration tools (Terraform, PowerShell).

  • Experience or strong interest in AI services, LLMs, and AI infrastructure.

  • Proficient in both German and English.

 

Nice to have:

  • Experience with Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, or comparable LLM platforms.

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and MLOps practices.

  • Certifications in Azure or GCP.

  • Basic understanding of AI security, prompt engineering, or vector-based cloud architectures.

HIGHLIGHTS ON YOUR CANYON TOUR

  • Fair and performance-related remuneration as well as Christmas and holiday bonuses 
  • 30 days holiday per year 
  • Bikes and accessories at attractive employee conditions 
  • From a pool of Canyon bikes, you can take your current favorite home with you on loan  
  • Canyon Crew Rides and employee events 
  • Subsidized meals in our bistros  
  • Accident Insurance 
  • Subsidised D-Ticket 
  • Company pension scheme 
  • Social and health consultation program 
  • Support in balancing work and family life, especially during holiday periods