Platform Engineer
Summary
Build and maintain internal developer platforms to improve engineering productivity using cloud-native tools like Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines.
Introduction & Summary
We are seeking an experienced Platform Engineer to enhance our internal developer platforms to improve developer experience and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess at least 8 years of engineering experience, including 4 years specifically in building scalable internal developer platforms or tooling, and is adept in cloud-native architecture.
Main Responsibilities
- Design, build, and evolve platform capabilities utilized by engineering teams in production.
- Implement a strong platform-as-product mindset focused on developer feedback and service delivery.
- Define and document platform operating models including ownership boundaries and support mechanisms.
- Develop reusable service templates and standardized workflows.
- Integrate security, reliability, and scalability into platform designs.
- Drive adoption of platform capabilities among engineering teams through effective communication.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
- At least 8 years of engineering experience, including 4 years in platform engineering.
- Proven experience with internal developer platforms and tools like Backstage or similar.
- Strong expertise in Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure.
- In-depth knowledge of monitoring and observability tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure issues.
- Experience influencing teams through effective communication and documentation.
- In-depth understanding of DevOps practices and automation tools.
Nice to Have
- Experience in sunsetting or significantly changing internal platforms.
- Background in a developer-tools or cloud-native product environment.
- Experience contributing to tools like Kubernetes operators or Terraform modules.
- Facilitating workshops to identify developer pain points and unmet needs.
- Implementing developer experience measurements and metrics.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Go.
- Project management experience overseeing platform initiatives.
Other Details
This position is remote and involves evaluating and enhancing platform capabilities to meet the evolving needs of engineering teams. Interested applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to improving developer experience and platform efficiency.