Platform Engineer (Linux/Kubernetes/AWS)

About this kind of role

What a Platform Engineer (Linux/Kubernetes/AWS) usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Platform Engineers build and maintain the infrastructure and tools that software development teams use to build, test, and deploy applications. This often involves automating processes, managing cloud resources, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of systems. They work to improve developer productivity and streamline the software delivery pipeline. Troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure issues is also a key responsibility.

Tools and skills: Familiarity with Linux operating systems, containerization technologies like Kubernetes, and cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) is essential, alongside scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash), configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform), and monitoring systems.

Good fit for: Individuals with a strong understanding of systems administration and a passion for automation and DevOps practices typically thrive in this role.