Platform Engineer

Job#: 3044913

Job Description:
Automated Software Tester

Location: San Francisco, CA or Richmond, VA

Role Overview

We are seeking a Platinum Engineer to lead the maintenance and optimization of our AWS data infrastructure. This role focuses on proactive improvements, regular maintenance, and ensuring the health and performance of our data platforms. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal teams to understand their platform needs and provide technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and optimization of AWS data infrastructure, focusing on proactive improvements and regular maintenance.
• Manage database platforms including Aurora PostgreSQL and MySQL, performing upgrades, rehydrations, and performance tuning.
• Implement and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform for consistent and repeatable deployments.
• Configure and manage AWS data services including DMS and Glue.
• Design and implement monitoring and alerting systems to ensure platform health and performance.
• Develop automation scripts and tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Spearhead cloud cost optimization initiatives and implement FinOps best practices for the data platform.
• Collaborate with internal teams including data engineers, analysts, and scientists.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support critical platform issues.
• Document platform architecture, operations procedures, and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing AWS infrastructure with a focus on data services.
• Strong hands-on experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Experience with infrastructure as code, specifically Terraform.
• Knowledge of AWS data services including DMS, Glue, and RDS/Aurora.
• Solid understanding of database administration, including performance tuning and troubleshooting.
• Experience with cloud cost management and FinOps practices.
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix systems and shell scripting.
• Experience with monitoring tools and implementing observability solutions.
• Understanding of network security principles and best practices in cloud environments.
• Bachelor in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field.
• Experience using agile tools, including Jira, Jira Align, and Confluence.
• Scrum and ScaledAgile experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS certifications (Data Engineer, Solutions Architect).
• Experience with database replication and high availability configurations.
• Knowledge of data modeling and schema design.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of Python or other programming languages for automation.
• PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe, or equivalent certification.

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