Platform Engineer, Senior (Kubernetes/K8s)

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Overview

The Senior Platform Engineer at Releady is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust Kubernetes-based infrastructure to support our application and service deployments. This role demands a strategic thinker who can enhance our platform's efficiency and scalability while ensuring high availability and security. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines, troubleshoot system issues, and drive the adoption of best practices across the engineering organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable Kubernetes architectures for application deployment.
• Manage and maintain Kubernetes clusters across various environments (development, testing, production).
• Develop automation scripts to streamline workflows and improve deployment processes.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure the reliability of services.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to define and implement CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure security best practices are applied to all aspects of the platform.
• Document system architecture and configuration for internal reference.
• Mentor and support junior engineers in platform-related tasks and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering with a strong focus on Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in container orchestration systems, particularly Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Solid understanding of networking, security, and Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Strong scripting skills in languages like Python, Bash, or Go.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Technologies & Tools

The Senior Platform Engineer will work with a range of technologies and tools that include Kubernetes for container orchestration, Docker for containerization, Terraform for infrastructure as code, Prometheus for monitoring, and various CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions. Familiarity with cloud services including AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure is also essential, along with experience in using Git for version control and Ansible for configuration management.

Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for the Senior Platform Engineer position is a proactive self-starter with a strong passion for technology and innovation. They have a collaborative mindset, enabling them to effectively partner with various teams to achieve shared goals. The candidate embraces challenges, demonstrates resilience in problem-solving, and possesses exceptional communication skills. A commitment to best practices in coding, security, and operational efficiency is vital, as is an eagerness to stay updated with industry trends and advancements in cloud technologies.