EPO - BIT profiles

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00 Introduction
01 Careers at EPO
02 Do you work on a public or private cloud?
03 Do you work with external companies for developing software solutions or do you do in-house development?
04 What is the biggest challenge of software architect/engineer in EPO?
05 Do I need to hold an EU nation passport to be eligible for jobs at the EPO? I belong to a non-EU nationality?
06 Are these opportunities available for remote work or do I need to relocate?
07 Is the end scenario for the internal IT of EPO a hybrid deployment with (multi-cloud)? or cloud only?
08 What are the possibility of growth? Career wise and knowledge wise?
09 What's the application process?
10 Do you have any tips how we should prepare for each interview process step?
11 What properties should a good (security) candidate have for you?
12 How did the EPO react to the Coronavirus and how did it change the way you work?
13 Are the Security and System Engineer positions two different roles or can both responsibilities be combined for people with the required experience?
14 Which of the security goals do you plan to achieve in 2020 and 2021 for the SP2023?
15 Do you plan to use opensource software or have you already chosen a specific software stack for the security functions?
16 Did the implementation of the security functions already start or will we be part of the design and concept phase as well?
17 Which container engine is used in the Kubernetes clusters at the EPO?
18 Which cointainer network interface (CNI) plugins do you use for Kubernetes?
19 When talking about the combination of intrusion detection and security monitoring, does the EPO want to create a security operation center?
20 How does your normal working day look like?
21 What are the technologies used by Software Engineers? What are the main langages do you use for software development?
22 Are there any upcoming positions in Project Management or Portfolio Management? Are there any training positions coming up?
23 What type of software services are you providing internally?
24 How much do you "life" a DevOps-/site reliability-culture?
25 What is the need/challenge for IT at EPO apart from supporting the administration processes?
26 What do you like most about working at the EPO?
27 Conclusion

Meet the speakers

Josephine Dibaya
Talent Acquisition Manager
John Selkirk
Director IT Operations
Igor Asmykovich
Head of Department Test & Deployment

With almost 7 000 employees, the European Patent Office (EPO) is one of the largest public service institutions in Europe. Its headquarters are in Munich and it also has offices in Berlin, Brussels, The Hague and Vienna. The EPO was founded with the aim of strengthening co-operation on patents in Europe. Through its centralised patent granting procedure, inventors are able to obtain high-quality patent protection in up to 44 countries.

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Who we are

We are the patent office for Europe. We are proud to deliver high-quality patents and efficient services that foster innovation, competitiveness and economic growth.

Our vision

We’re currently undergoing a change inspired by a common vision: our Strategic Plan 2023. Join us on this exciting journey to a more digital, collaborative and sustainable organisation.

Our work environment

We believe that diversity is fundamental to our success. Our inclusive work environment respects, values and celebrates our individual differences. We want you to be yourself at work.

What’s in it for you?

  • Work with inspiring people from a variety of cultures
  • Develop yourself and take on an intellectual challenge
  • A competitive salary
  • Family-friendly benefits
  • A good work-life balance
  • Relocation benefits and various allowances
  • Contributory medical insurance and pension schemes
  • 30 days’ leave per year