Platform Engineer

Dtex Systems Pty Ltd; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

DTEX is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain the DTEX InTERCEPT platform. You will collaborate with a skilled team to deliver robust data pipelines, scalable microservices, and secure solutions addressing insider risk.

You will implement containerization with Podman and Kubernetes, write high-quality Python code, and optimize OpenSearch and PostgreSQL data access. This role offers hybrid or remote work and strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS in CS or equivalent and 5+ years of experience in developing software.
• Indepth experience using OpenSearch or ElasticSearch.
• Proven experience in writing high quality code in Python or any other functional/OO language with a track record of shipping impactful software.
• Proficiency in at least one of the Cloud Technologies AWS or GCP and orchestration using Kubernetes, EKS, ECS, Docker Swarm or Mesos.
• Proficiency in implementing, designing, and scaling production level APIs in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Django, PostgreSQL, or any other SQL database.
• Knowledge of Linux Systemd, daemons, services, and cron subsystems is a huge plus but not a requirement.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive self-starter.
• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex problems and prioritize what matters most for the team and business.
• Prior experience working in a startup is a plus.
• Experience using IDE embedded AI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Expertise in microservice architecture, develop services optimized for speed and scalability, ensuring robust performance of data pipelines under high-demand conditions.
• Implement and manage containerization technologies, including Podman and Kubernetes, to ensure efficient deployment and operation of our platform.
• Write high-quality Python code, including testing, automation, documentation, and adherence to software engineering best practices.
• Design and implement efficient strategies for storage and retrieval of high-volume data from OpenSearch and Postgres databases.
• Lead efforts to improve search relevance, performance and user experience through tuning, optimization, and experimentation.
• Design and implement features for the big data analytics platform that is part of the DTEX solution.
• Implement best practices for system security and data protection, adhering to industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrate a high degree of ownership in all facets of the development lifecycle, from design to deployment and iterative improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Skills

Python

OpenSearch

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Django

PostgreSQL

Podman

REST APIs

Education

BS in CS or equivalent

Tools

Podman

Docker

Kubernetes (EKS/ECS)

PostgreSQL

OpenSearch/ElasticSearch

Django

Job description

About the Job:

As a Platform Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, building, and maintaining our DTEX InTERCEPT platform. You will work with a talented team of engineers to develop and deploy robust solutions that address the ever-evolving challenges of insider risk.

Responsibilities:

• Expertise in microservice architecture, develop services optimized for speed and scalability, ensuring robust performance of data pipelines under high-demand conditions.

• Implement and manage containerization technologies, including Podman and Kubernetes, to ensure efficient deployment and operation of our platform.

• Write high-quality Python code, including testing, automation, documentation, and adherence to software engineering best practices.

• Design and implement efficient strategies for storage and retrieval of high-volume data from OpenSearch and Postgres databases.

• Lead efforts to improve search relevance, performance and user experience through tuning, optimization, and experimentation.

• Design and implement features for the big data analytics platform that is part of the DTEX solution.

• Implement best practices for system security and data protection, adhering to industry standards and compliance requirements.

• Demonstrate a high degree of ownership in all facets of the development lifecycle, from design to deployment and iterative improvements.

• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Qualifications/Attributes:

• BS in CS or equivalent and 5+ years of experience in developing software.

• Indepth experience using OpenSearch or ElasticSearch.

• Proven experience in writing high quality code in Python or any other functional/OO language with a track record of shipping impactful software.

• Proficiency in at least one of the Cloud Technologies AWS or GCP and orchestration using Kubernetes, EKS, ECS, Docker Swarm or Mesos.

• Proficiency in implementing, designing, and scaling production level APIs in cloud environments.

• Proficiency in Django, PostgreSQL, or any other SQL database.

• Knowledge of Linux Systemd, daemons, services, and cron subsystems is a huge plus but not a requirement.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Proactive self-starter.

• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex problems and prioritize what matters most for the team and business.

• Prior experience working in a startup is a plus.

• Experience using IDE embedded AI is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Impact at Scale – Build and lead DTEX’s first sales enablement function, shaping how we scale commercial excellence across the world.

• Thriving Company Culture – At DTEX, we foster a values-driven environment that prioritizes respect, inclusion, and collaboration.

• Growth & Development – We believe in lifelong learning and provide opportunities for continuous professional development.

• Flexibility – Work in a hybrid or remote environment that balances collaboration with autonomy.

• Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive compensation, equity participation, health and wellness benefits, and generous time‑off policies.

About DTEX

DTEX is the leader in risk‑adaptive security, unifying human, data, and AI risk through a behavioral intelligence platform. Built for enterprise scale, DTEX detects threats early and prevents breaches before they impact the business.

By analyzing how people, data, and AI systems interact, DTEX surfaces early indicators of risk that other tools miss and provides the context needed to act with precision. The platform brings together insider risk management, risk‑adaptive data protection, user and entity behavior analytics, user activity monitoring, and AI risk management into a single, cohesive solution.

Organizations and governments worldwide rely on DTEX to protect sensitive data, enable secure innovation, and safeguard trust. With privacy‑by‑design telemetry and adaptive controls, security teams can reduce risk without disrupting productivity.

Joining DTEX means working on some of the most complex and high‑impact security challenges facing enterprises today.

DTEX is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Base salary range (SF Bay Area): $150K-220K