Platform Engineer - CI/CD & Security
Yields.io
Platform Engineer – CI/CD & Security
Driving release quality, automation excellence, and secure software delivery.
Antwerp – Hybrid
About Yields
Yields is a fast-growing tech company at the forefront of Model Risk Management and AI Governance. Our SaaS platform helps organizations govern and monitor algorithms with transparency and compliance, from traditional risk models to modern AI systems. Trusted by leading firms worldwide, we empower teams to reduce risk, accelerate innovation, and stay ahead of evolving regulations like the EU AI Act.
Your role
We’re looking for a Platform Engineer – CI/CD & Security who thrives at the intersection of development and operations – you’ll work closely with our product and engineering teams, owning the full delivery pipeline from code commit to production release. You’ll be the driving force behind release quality, automation excellence, and secure software delivery.
Key Responsibilities
CI/CD & Release Management
- Own and evolve our CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins with advanced Groovy scripting
- Design and implement release management processes ensuring smooth, predictable deployments
- Build automated quality gates integrating testing, security scanning, and compliance checks
Security & Vulnerability Management
- Implement and maintain security scanning across the SDLC (SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning)
- Own vulnerability management workflows — from detection to remediation tracking
- Integrate security tooling into pipelines without slowing down delivery
- Collaborate with engineering to establish secure coding practices and dependency management
Automation & Developer Experience
- Develop automation scripts (Python, Bash) that eliminate manual processes and improve team velocity
- Build self-service tooling that empowers developers to deploy with confidence
- Create and maintain Helm charts for Kubernetes-native applications
- Continuously improve build times, feedback loops, and developer productivity
Collaboration & Standards
- Partner closely with product and engineering teams throughout the entire SDLC
- Drive DevOps best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement
- Define and maintain standards for versioning, branching strategies, and release processes
- Mentor team members on automation, security, and DevOps methodologies
What we’re looking for
Required
- 5+ years of experience in DevOps/Platform Engineering with a focus on CI/CD and software delivery
- Expert-level proficiency with Jenkins and Groovy for pipeline automation
- Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash
- Production experience managing Kubernetes clusters and creating Helm charts
- Hands-on experience with security scanning tools and vulnerability management
- Deep understanding of SDLC processes and Agile/DevOps methodologies
- Solid grasp of Git workflows and version control best practices
- Experience with Docker and containerization technologies
- Proven track record of building automation solutions that measurably improve team velocity
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Nice to have
- Experience with ArgoCD, Terraform
- Hands-on experience with SonarQube or similar code quality platforms
- Knowledge of AI-assisted development tooling (automated PR reviews, AI code analysis, intelligent test generation)
- Experience with observability stacks: OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, Grafana, or Datadog
Why work for Yields
Autonomy
Lots of autonomy and the opportunity to significantly contribute to a fast-growing tech company
Flexible working
Work from home or from our office in Antwerp (Berchem), with a minimum of 2 days per week required in the office to stay connected in person.
Young and open company culture
A young and open company culture with a flexible and remote-friendly work environment
Competitive salary
Competitive salary + extras like eco cheques, hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers, etc.
Personal development budget
Personal development budget to support your growth
The right tools
The right tools to do your job (Mac or Dell – your choice!)
Supply of energy
Cookies, candy & fruit in the office, because energy matters
Flexible mobility budget
Use it for commuting, a leased car, or even paying off your home or rent
How to apply?
If you’re interested, please fill out the application form below. The role will be filled as soon as we find the right candidate.