Lead Platform Engineer Platform Connectivity

Kraken; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Lead Platform Engineer to lead a team of network specialists, focusing on cloud networking within AWS and on-site connectivity. The role entails owning the design for connectivity solutions, ensuring operational reliability, and fostering a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates should possess strong networking expertise and problem-solving skills. Join us in shaping a more sustainable energy future.

Benefits

Great place to work accolades

Diverse team culture

Qualifications

• General interest in technology and problem-solving.
• Diligent and thoughtful approach to tasks.
• Experience in cloud networking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Own and implement design for connectivity in cloud.
• Manage team of network specialists to achieve objectives.
• Ensure stability and reliability of services.

Skills

Networking expertise

Designing single- and multi-tenant networks

Managing ISP vendor relationships

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Tools

AWS

Zscaler

Terraform

Job description

Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe!

Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.

We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.

Its a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better more sustainable future.

We’re looking for a skilled and pragmatic Lead Engineer to join and help lead our new Connectivity team.

Specifically we’re looking for a Lead Platform Engineer to manage a team of 4 network specialists and help us build and scale connectivity for Kraken’s various products - covering cloud networking within AWS and cloud-to-site networking for multiple use‑cases.

We’re an innovative and customer‑focussed company helping to drag the utilities industry into the 21st century using a mixture of serverless and containerised technologies in AWS.

What you’ll do

• Own and implement the design of how Kraken products approach connectivity within the cloud and to various on‑site locations
• Have ownership of a functional team within the Platform area working closely with the Director and Head of Platform Engineering for the infrastructure group to define strategic objectives and team direction
• Own the production stability and reliability of the team’s services ensuring they are built to scale and operate effectively in production
• Manage team priorities and deliveries
• Collaborate regularly and effectively with engineers in your functional team to deliver the technical implementation of the team’s strategic priorities working alongside the Product Manager.
• Lead delivery of major initiatives on clear timelines
• Partner effectively in the wider Platform Engineering team to deliver outcomes
• Build a strong culture of open communication where teammates can ask questions without fear promoting a positive and inclusive team environment.
• Live the Kraken culture and values and be a role model for your team
• Line‑manage a group of network‑specialist platform engineers
• Set clear performance expectations and goals for team members
• Regularly review individual and team performance offering actionable insights and constructive feedback to support and grow team members
• Deliver technical improvements such as small features and bug fixes as well as larger projects with the team
• Support team delivery through code reviews technology research and architectural guidance
• Drive and improve the non‑functional elements of production systems owned by your team

What you’ll have

• We’re looking for someone with a general interest in technology and problem‑solving as well as specific networking expertise; someone diligent and thoughtful. It would be helpful to have experience / expertise in the following (in rough priority order) :
• Designing single‑ and multi‑tenant networks in a cloud environment
• Cloud‑to‑site networking technologies; e.g. IPSEC VPNs BGP configuration
• Managing ISP vendor relationships
• Team leadership
• A get‑stuff‑done attitude – Kraken is not a micro‑managed place so you’ll be self‑driven and good at identifying the next thing that needs doing

What would help

• AWS
• Zscaler
• Terraform

We’re a certified Great Place to Work in France, Germany, Spain, Japan and the UK we are one of the best workplaces on Glassdoor with a score of 4.7. Check out our Welcome to the Jungle site (FR/EN) to learn more about our teams and culture.

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. If you have any specific accommodations or a unique preference please contact us and we will do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1