Assoc Principal Engineer - Platform Engineering
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Job Description
Structured overview of role & requirementsAbout This Role
Lead major platform engineering projects from inception through production, including designing and architecting large subsystems.
Drive innovation and implementation of highly available, resilient cloud platforms with automation, focusing on scalability, security, and performance.
Serve as a technical escalation point resolving complex problems and mentor talent across global teams while aligning cross-functional efforts.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum 15 years related experience with a bachelor’s degree OR 12 years with a master’s degree, or equivalent experience.
Expertise in Linux administration, configuration, optimization, and monitoring at scale.
Experience with public cloud platforms (AWS or similar) and infrastructure as code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
Strong programming skills in bash scripting, Python, GO, SQL, NoSQL, or log query languages.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Senior-level platform engineer with deep technical expertise in cloud-native infrastructure and large-scale data systems (e.g., Kubernetes, Hadoop, ELK, messaging systems).
Experienced in virtual network design, internet protocols, cybersecurity controls, and complex network troubleshooting.
Strategic driver of innovation in platform scalability, availability, security, and automation, with proven mentoring and cross-functional leadership experience.