Senior Platform Engineer
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Job description
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Define and automate runtime infrastructure (networks, databases, proxies, and firewalls) as code, both cloud and on-premises.
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Ensure secure and reliable systems by applying network and infrastructure security best practices.
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Design, implement, and operate robust monitoring, logging, and alerting tools so engineers can confidently own their apps.
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Champion CI/CD for development teams-support them in building, securing, QA pipelining, packaging, and releasing applications.
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Apply automation everywhere possible, empower teams with self-service, and drive company-wide innovation., * Complete introductions and gain access to all platforms/tools.
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Dive into company infrastructure-review architecture diagrams, environment setup guides, cloud policies, and CI/CD systems.
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Connect with team leads; shadow colleagues on daily ops and support routines. Weeks 3-4: Hands-On Exploration
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Participate in deploying key infrastructure components (using Terraform, Kubernetes).
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Set up and customize monitoring/logging for a test environment.
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Assist in refining CI/CD pipelines and participate in at least one release process.
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Work with security team-review configurations, learn compliance and incident response flows. Weeks 5-8: Ownership and Contribution
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Take responsibility for one infrastructure module (cloud network, monitoring, or CI/CD workflow).
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Introduce a small automation improvement (new script or tool).
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Mentor junior engineers by walking through platform ops tasks.
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Present a review of security practices implemented and suggest an improvement.
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Join cross-functional meetings to inform and refine dev/ops collaboration. Continuous Learning:
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Regular catch-ups with peers.
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Scheduled follow-ups with manager to review progress and set development goals.
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Keep a log of questions, blockers, and suggestions for process improvement. What's great about working with us:
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Culture and diversity: Join a people-oriented environment with different nationalities and a great team spirit, flat hierarchies (everyone speaks to everyone). Equal Opportunity Employer and LGBT+ friendly.
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Team: An opportunity to shape our engineering culture and work with a passionate, mission-driven team. Collaboration with a diverse and very international team of outstanding people.
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Global Collaboration: Work collaboratively with stakeholders around the globe.
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Impactful Work: You will have the opportunity to participate in and shape a global lighthouse project in the domain of digital currencies.
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Career Development: Benefit from continuous training, coaching, and talent development programs.
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Social Benefits: Flexible compensation (transport tickets, training, private insurance), etc.
Requirements
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Hands-on expertise with major public cloud providers (AWS, Azure, etc).
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Proficient in Infrastructure as Code (especially Terraform).
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Extensive practical experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
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Comfortable in Linux/Unix, with a good grasp of system internals.
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Skilled at scripting (Bash, Python, or similar).
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Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls, HA concepts).
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Experience with GitOps tools (ArgoCD is a plus).
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Familiarity with modern monitoring/observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).
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Security-by-design thinker; knowledge of infrastructure and app security best practices, cloud vulnerabilities, compliance, and incident response.
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Excellent problem-solving and reasoning skills. Soft Skills
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Proven team player: collaborative, supportive, and able to thrive in cross-functional teams.
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Strong communicator, fluent in English (written and verbal).
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Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
Benefits & conditions
- Own canteen: Take a break with our breakfast and lunch service: choose between a wide range of menus, salad desk, and sandwiches service. Nicely priced!
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours with the option for remote work (Mon-Thu 8:30 - 17:30 and Fri 8:30 - 15:30; 3 days of remote work).
- Location: El Prat de Llobregat. Easy communication by private transport or public transport: Bus 88, , PR4 and Metro L10S (ZAL/Riu Vell).