Platform Engineer - Distributed Systems / Decentralise Cloud

YOUR IMPACT To meet our ambition, we must push distributed systems beyond what people consider possible! As an experienced (Sr / Staff / Principal) Platform Engineer, you will design and implement the technical architecture and enable developers to deploy services seamlessly on a scalable platform that supports the core components of the business.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Setup, maintain, and optimize Kubernetes clusters to ensure availability, scalability, and reliability.
• Deploy and maintain essential Kubernetes core services, including ingress, secrets management, and CNI/CSI.
• Design, implement, and maintain a robust Kubernetes network, ensuring secure and efficient communication between services.
• Implement and enforce security best practices within Kubernetes clusters to protect critical infrastructure and applications.
• Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD infrastructure to streamline the deployment.
• Deploy and maintain large-scale storage and database systems to support business-critical data services.
• Lead the deployment of new sites, regions, and environments from the ground up, ensuring rapid and reliable availability.
• Maintain, upgrade, and enhance existing infrastructure through continuous development, monitoring, and iterative improvements.

YOU COULD BE A GREAT FIT FOR THE ROLE IF YOU HAVE

• Experience with distributed storage systems and modern distributed database solutions.
• Experience of deploying and maintaining Kubernetes clusters at scale.
• Hands‑on experience with infrastructure automation and deployment tools like ArgoCD, Flux, Terraform.
• Knowledge of modern DevOps practices and tools (GitOps, Infrastructure as Code, etc.).
• Exposure to designing and maintaining service‑defined networks within Kubernetes, e.g., service meshes like Istio.
• Understanding of Kubernetes security best practices (RBAC, network policies, etc.).
• Proficiency in AWS and GCP cloud platforms, leveraging their services for enhanced scalability and redundancy.
• Strong skills in Linux environments and shell scripting for automation and troubleshooting, with experience in Golang being a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary coupled with direct engagement in your success through an enticing ESOP.
• Ideal company stage with established revenues and a growing market, strong funding and a scaling team.
• Collaboration with experienced, passionate, and supportive colleagues, leveraging cutting‑edge technology.
• Fantastic office situated in a trendy location with access to complimentary healthy brain food and a subsidized premium gym membership.
• Monthly collaborative meet‑up weeks featuring team events.