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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Engineer - Platform Engineering - **Company:** Early Warning Services, LLC. - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Salary:** $145,000 - $186,000 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Bash Shell, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Gitlab, Cloudformation, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Terraform, Software Version Control, Docker, Artifactory - **Published:** November 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/staff-engineer-platform-engineering-early-warning-services-llc-10759694 ## About the Role * Education or experience typically obtained through completion of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related fields or equivalent professional experience. * Minimum 8 or more years of related industry experience. * Strong understanding of CI/CD engineering practices. * Strong experience with: + on-premise and AWS Cloud infrastructure. + Kubernetes platform and Orchestration. + CI/CD Pipelines and Code Management Platforms. (Harness, GitLab, Artifactory + Infrastructure as Code (IaC) development. (Terraform (HCP), AWS CloudFormation) * Experience with a major programming/scripting language. (Python, Java, JavaScript, Shell) * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a collaborative environment. * Able to make critical technical tradeoff decisions that have cross team impact. * Background and drug screen., * Additional related education and/ or work experience preferred. * Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems or related field. * AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification or within one year of hire * Other Containers Orchestration. (Docker, Podman) * Certified Kubernetes Administrator certification * Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional certification * FinTech experience is a plus Physical Requirements Early Warning works together in a highly collaborative office environment. Working conditions consist of a normal office environment. Work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive use of a computer and involves sitting for periods of approximately four hours. Work may require occasional standing, walking, kneeling, and reaching. Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently. Requires visual acuity and dexterity to view, prepare, and manipulate documents and office equipment including personal computers. Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers. Employee must be able to perform essential functions and physical requirements of position with or without reasonable accommodation. ## Description JobPosting MonetaryAmount USD QuantitativeValue 186000 145000 YEAR 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z At Early Warning, we've powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle®, Paze®, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses. Early Warning follows a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment. Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship. Overall Purpose A Staff Platform Engineer formulates the technical strategy that defines the roadmap for the team. This individual architects, designs, builds, implements, automates, and documents the solutions the Platform Engineering team provides to engineering and product teams. Acts as a mentor to the Platform Engineering team. Essential Functions: * Develops a data platform infrastructure strategy that tackles large, open-ended problems using forward-thinking approaches. * Contributes to the strategic direction of the Platform Engineering team. * Creates technical strategy for broad or complex requirements with forward-looking approaches that go beyond the Platform Engineering team and solve large open-ended problems. * Leads all aspects of technical architecture, design, prototyping and implementation in support of both Platform Engineering needs, as well as overall technology strategy. * Builds cross-functional relationships with peers and internally within the Platform Engineering team. * Takes part in high visibility technical projects from inception to implementation. * Stays current with industry trends and innovations through continuing education in Platform Engineering utilizing company provided training. * Mentors junior team members with guidance around techniques, tools, and best practices. * Supports the company's commitment to risk management and protecting the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data. * The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.