We are seeking an experienced Platform Engineer Lead Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our technology platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in managing large-scale, complex platform environments. This role requires both hands-on engineering and strategic oversight to ensure platform stability, scalability, and performance.
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Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of enterprise-level platforms across cloud and on-premises environments.
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Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, ensuring best practices in coding, deployment, and platform management.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate platform solutions with business applications and infrastructure.
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Monitor and optimize platform performance, security, and availability.
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Develop automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code solutions to streamline operations.
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Evaluate new technologies and tools to enhance platform capabilities and efficiency.
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Define platform standards, policies, and governance to maintain operational excellence.
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Troubleshoot complex platform issues and lead incident response efforts when necessary.
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Prepare documentation, reports, and presentations for leadership on platform strategy, performance, and risk.
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12+ years of experience in platform engineering, systems architecture, or related roles.
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Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and virtualization technologies.
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Hands-on experience with Linux/Windows server environments, networking, and storage systems.
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Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, Terraform, Ansible).
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Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and microservices architecture.
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Experience leading technical teams and mentoring engineers.
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Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools to ensure platform health.
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Knowledge of security best practices, compliance standards, and risk management.