Platform Engineer(Solution Architect)

About this kind of role

What a Platform Engineer(Solution Architect) usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Platform Engineers design, build, and maintain the underlying infrastructure and services that support an organization's applications and digital platforms. They focus on creating scalable, reliable, and secure platforms for developers to build and deploy software. This often involves automation, cloud technologies, and ensuring the platform meets performance and security standards. They collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to optimize the entire software delivery lifecycle.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in cloud platforms (like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), scripting languages (Python, Bash), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible), and strong understanding of DevOps principles is generally expected.

Good fit for: Individuals with a strong technical background, a passion for automation, and the ability to think strategically about system architecture and scalability often thrive in this role.