We are seeking a seasoned Lead Platform Engineer with a strong background in platform development and a proven track record of leading technology design and teams. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of overall experience, with a minimum of 5 years in relevant roles. This position entails owning module design and spearheading the implementation process alongside a team of talented platform engineers.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and architecture of robust, scalable platform modules, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.
Drive the implementation of platform solutions, collaborating closely with platform engineers and cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.
Mentor and guide a team of platform engineers, fostering an environment of growth and continuous improvement.
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating them into the platform to enhance functionality and user experience.
Ensure the reliability and security of the platform through comprehensive testing and adherence to best practices.
Collaborate with senior leadership to set technical strategy and goals for the platform engineering team.
Requirements:
Minimum of 8 years of experience in software or platform engineering, with at least 5 years in roles directly relevant to platform development and team leadership.
Expertise in Python programming, with a solid foundation in writing clean, efficient, and scalable code.
Proven experience in serverless application development, designing and implementing microservices, and working within event-driven architectures.
Demonstrated experience in building and shipping high-quality SaaS platforms/applications on AWS, showcasing a portfolio of successful deployments.
Comprehensive understanding of cloud computing concepts, AWS architectural best practices, and familiarity with a range of AWS services, including but not limited to Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB, and API Gateway.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to optimize complex systems for efficiency and scalability.
Excellent communication skills, with a track record of effective collaboration with team members and successful engagement with stakeholders across various levels.
Previous experience leading technology design and engineering teams, with a focus on mentoring, guiding, and driving the team towards achieving project milestones and technical excellence.
Experience:
Good to Have:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer, or other relevant cloud development certifications.
Experience with the AWS Boto3 SDK for Python.
Exposure to other cloud platforms such as Azure or GCP.
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.