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# Platform Engineer

- **Company:** Rise8, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $144,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Command-Line Interface, Software Documentation, CompTIA Security+, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Linux, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Monitoring of Systems, Network Time Protocols, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Firewalls (Computer Science), Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Front End Software Development, Terraform
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/platform-engineer-iii/11749821?handler=ApplyRedirect

## About the Role

* You want to make tomorrow better than today.
 * You have a passion for high-speed security and you care about risk management over compliance.
 * You believe the biggest vulnerability in any system is time. You live to securely reduce cycle time.
 * You enjoy daily decision making and real product delivery.
 * You help ensure project success and client satisfaction.
 * You enjoy collaborative teams, pairing with team members, and inviting your clients to participate.
 * You like to work alongside, and learn from, lean and agile leaders.
 * You are a creative problem solver who is comfortable with uncertainty.
 * You are a curious and keen learner who thrives on enhancing your (and our) practices and knowledge.
 * You see AI as a force multiplier, not a shortcut - and you're already weaving it into how you think, build, and ship., * A background of 3-6 years in cloud/platform operations or related roles across diverse environments.
 * Proficiency in administering cloud environments (AWS, Azure or GCP).
 * Expertise in container orchestration, specifically Kubernetes.
 * Proficient use of Infrastructure as Code (IAC) tools, with a focus on Terraform.
 * Subject Matter Expertise in Linux Operating Systems administration.
 * Skilled in developing automation solutions using scripting languages to streamline recurring tasks.
 * Familiarity with networking concepts and practical experience involving technologies like Load Balancers, DNS, SSL, Firewalls, NAT, and NTP.
 * Proven ability to troubleshoot operating systems and applications effectively.
 * Experience handling large-scale production systems and adeptness in resolving production-related challenges.
 * Excellent communication skills, and a keen interest in collaborative work environments.
 * Enthusiasm for skill growth, a penchant for tackling intriguing tasks, and addressing complex issues.
 * A degree (BA/BS) in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
 * Ability to obtain a security clearance for US Government work.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Proficiency in troubleshooting challenges using the Linux/Unix command line interface.
 * Possession of recognized Professional Certifications such as RHCE, Linux+, MCSA, AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Developer, Security+, CISSP, and CCNA.
 * Background in DevOps automation practices.
 * Direct experience in client interaction.

## Description

* Create and implement automated configuration and deployment processes to enhance the performance, accessibility, and ease of management of the platform and its related services.
 * Establish and manage administrator and service accounts, while also maintaining accurate system documentation and effectively resolving technical issues.
 * Utilize scripting tools to craft self-service capabilities within the Platform as a Service (PaaS), fostering a seamless developer experience for development teams.
 * Collaborate closely with developers to diagnose and troubleshoot problems, ensuring smooth operations.
 * Take on the operational responsibility for the services under your team's ownership.
 * Thrive in an environment that nurtures your personal development and growth.
 * Ability to work "on-call" to support customer needs
 * Continuously enhance the product, delivering software that resonates positively with users and meets their needs effectively.
 * Champion AI-augmented ways of working across your engagement(s), leveraging AI tooling to accelerate delivery, reduce cycle time, and drive better outcomes at scale., Manage and evolve enterprise-scale API Gateway integration platforms, implement IAC and AWS-based infrastructure, ensure observability and reliability, mentor engineers, lead platform enhancements, drive SRE practices (SLOs/SLIs), perform debugging/testing, and produce operational documentation.
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