Platform Engineer

Harrington Starr; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training for professional growth

Flexible work arrangements

Collaboration with development teams

Job summary

Harrington Starr is seeking an Engineer in Chicago specializing in AWS, Python, Terraform, and Docker. You will work within a dynamic team to monitor AWS systems and enhance CI/CD processes while benefiting from a hybrid work model.

This role offers comprehensive benefits, access to continuous learning, and a chance to contribute to the cutting-edge development of software infrastructure. Strong cloud proficiency and hands-on experience in automation are required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in securely deploying and managing AWS applications.
• Strong experience in Python scripting.
• Experience with Docker for software deployment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage AWS-focused systems and infrastructure.
• Build and maintain a scalable platform for applications.
• Develop CI/CD pipelines integrated with development tools.

Skills

AWS application management

Python scripting

Docker containerization

CI/CD automation

Terraform exposure

Observability tools (Grafana, Splunk)

Job description

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 + benefits + bonus

Hybrid: In office 3 days per week

Company Overview

Join a leading global financial services organisation in the heart of Chicago and drive innovation. The Platform Engineering team seeks an ambitious Engineer specialising in AWS, Python, Terraform, Git for CI/CD, and Docker to create a cutting-edge platform for rapid, reliable software development and deployment.

What's In It For You

• Global: Join a dynamic team at a top Financial Services Firm.
• Continuous Learning: Access paid training for professional growth.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements, with 3 days in the Chicago office.
• Collaboration: Work closely with development teams on monitoring metrics and CI/CD pipeline development.

Role Responsibilities

• System Management: Monitor and manage AWS-focused systems and infrastructure.
• Platform Operations: Build and maintain a platform for cloud and on-premise application provisioning and operation.
• Configuration and Maintenance: Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, software, and infrastructure tools.
• CI/CD Development: Develop a continuous integration and deployment platform integrated with development tools.
• Developer Experience: Enhance developer experience in cloud infrastructure and application deployment.
• Policy and Guidelines: Develop policies, standards, and guidelines for Infrastructure as Code (IAC) and CI/CD processes.
• Automation: Implement workflow and toolchain improvements for task automation.

Required Skills and Experience

• Cloud Proficiency: Securely deploy and manage AWS applications, with cloud-native tooling and security best practices.
• Scripting Skills: Proficiency in Python.
• Docker Proficiency: Experience with Docker containerisation for software deployment and scalability.
• CI/CD Expertise: Automate software build, test, and deployment pipelines following agile methodologies.
• Terraform Exposure: Beneficial experience with Terraform.
• Observability Tools: Experience with Grafana and Splunk is beneficial, particularly in developing and applying an observability strategy across a large organisation.

Learn More

For more information, contact Harriet Lamplugh de Smith at Harrington Starr for a confidential conversation, or click "Apply" to start your application.