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# Staff Platform Engineer - Core Cloud Platform

- **Company:** Fanatics Inc.
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), Cloud Platform System, Kubernetes
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815182608-staff-platform-engineer--core-cloud-platform

## About the Role

Fanatics is seeking a Staff Platform Engineer to join our Platform Engineering team based in the UK or Ireland. This role is essential for overseeing the platforms that power Fanatics Betting & Gaming's software ecosystem. Responsibilities include driving technical design, architecting cloud-native platforms on AWS, and mentoring engineers. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in related fields and proficiency in Python and Java, with strong Kubernetes and CI/CD knowledge. This position may require periodic travel to the United States and occasional travel within the UK and Ireland.
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## Description

Fanatics is seeking a Staff Platform Engineer to join our Platform Engineering team based in the UK or Ireland. This role is essential for overseeing the platforms that power Fanatics Betting & Gaming's software ecosystem. Responsibilities include driving technical design, architecting cloud-native platforms on AWS, and mentoring engineers. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in related fields and proficiency in Python and Java, with strong Kubernetes and CI/CD knowledge. This position may require periodic travel to the United States and occasional travel within the UK and Ireland.


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