Lead Platform Engineer (Remote UK)

Mission.dev; Remote; GBP 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech hiring platform is seeking a skilled Lead Platform Engineer to improve the core platform's scalability and reliability. You will manage a small engineering team, oversee architecture, and lead cross-team projects. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in Python and cloud-native systems. This remote position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits, ensuring a work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

25 paid holidays a year

Flexible working arrangements

Mentorship opportunities

Transparent compensation

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience with deep proficiency in Python and cloud-native systems.
• Experience leading or managing engineers in platform, backend, or infrastructure roles.
• Demonstrated impact on improving reliability, performance, and developer experience.

Responsibilities

• Own platform architecture and ensure high availability and scalability.
• Lead design and delivery of cross-team projects affecting core infrastructure.
• Contribute code, conduct reviews, and ship production changes daily.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Cloud-native systems experience

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Systems design

Tools

AWS

Docker

PostgreSQL

Terraform

Job description

A leading tech hiring platform is seeking a skilled Lead Platform Engineer to improve the core platform's scalability and reliability. You will manage a small engineering team, oversee architecture, and lead cross-team projects. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in Python and cloud-native systems. This remote position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits, ensuring a work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth.