Senior Platform Engineer

Our opportunity

 

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your career?

We are currently seeking a versatile and experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Platform Engineer, dedicated to managing DevHub, our Internal Developer Portal using Spotify Backstage. You will play a vital role in collaborating with the DevHub product owner and other internal teams to build and maintain the platform. We are looking for a candidate who can bridge the gap between technical and business aspects, with strong analytical capabilities and a deep understanding of platform engineering. If you are someone who is eager to innovate and grow, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. 

 

 

Your role

 

As a Senior Platform engineer your main responsibilities will involve

 

• You will collaborate globally with other IT departments and engage with suppliers.
• As the technical manager of DevHub, you will oversee the platform and ensure its smooth operation.
• Working closely with the DevHub Product Owner, you will identify actionable insights and analyze platform performance data provided by the tool.
• You will be responsible for generating regular reports for various stakeholders, offering objective performance measurements to aid in decision-making.
• Experience in managing stakeholders in complex environments with diverse cultures is essential.
• Adaptability to change and uncertainty is crucial, as you will be coordinating multiple senior project team members.
• You will work on integrating Spotify Backstage with various internal tools and services.
• Ensure the platform is scalable, secure, and continuously improved based on user feedback.

 

 

Your Skills and Experience

 

As a Senior Platform engineer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

 

• Exceptional proficiency in English communication.
• Proven experience in platform engineering, preferably with Spotify Backstage.
• Proficient in managing cloud environments such as AWS and Azure.
• Capable of performing routine tasks such as system configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate closely with technical teams to ensure the smooth integration of systems.
• Utilize analytical techniques to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights that contribute to identifying improvement opportunities.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Shell, or similar.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.