Platform Engineer

At Q-Tech, a consultancy specialized in tech headhunting, we are collaborating with a leading e-commerce company specializing in DIY, home, and gardening products.

We are currently seeking a Platform Engineer to join their tech team in Barcelona. This hybrid role blends technological innovation, scalability, and a focus on tools that enhance the productivity of engineering and data teams.

About the Project

The client boasts an advanced technological infrastructure based on AWS and Kubernetes, managing over 600 microservices and multiple cloud environments. With a presence in several European countries, they are at the forefront of digital transformation in their sector through innovative solutions and a collaborative approach

Role Description

We are looking for a professional with software development experience (Go, TypeScript, Python, or similar) and a strong production focus. This person will play a key role in enabling and empowering technical teams by designing tools, frameworks, and interfaces to manage the infrastructure seamlessly

Main Responsibilities

• Design and develop tools and frameworks that enable engineering and data teams to operate efficiently
• Manage and optimize an advanced AWS infrastructure with multiple environments and Kubernetes clusters in production
• Work with technologies such as Kafka, Elasticsearch, RabbitMQ, Kong, Terraform, and CDK.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of CI / CD processes (GitLab) and edge and CDN technologies
• Collaborate in an agile environment with distributed teams in Barcelona, Paris, Bordeaux, and Madrid
• Participate in an on-call rotation after the first three months, with additional economic compensation

Key Requirements

• Solid experience in software development with a production-oriented approach
• Advanced knowledge of AWS and Terraform (IaaC)
• Ability to quickly learn new languages and tools
• Experience in highly scalable, automated environments with Kubernetes
• Collaborative skills and a focus on supporting other technical teams

What They Offer

• Hybrid contract with two days of in-office work in Barcelona
• Competitive salary of up to €55,000
• Benefits such as private health insurance, gym membership, and 30 working days of vacation
• The opportunity to work on a cutting-edge, constantly evolving technical infrastructure
• A swift selection process with three stages and no technical test

About the Team

The tech team consists of 200 people distributed across multiple locations. They work in an agile methodology, promoting team autonomy and minimizing meetings to maximize technical impact.

If you’re looking for a technical challenge in an innovative and collaborative environment, this is your opportunity. At Q-Tech, we’d be delighted to provide you with more details about this position