Platform Engineer – Remote, OpenSearch, Kubernetes, Python

dtexsystems; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Health benefits

Hybrid/Remote work

Job summary

DTEX is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain the DTEX InTERCEPT platform for enterprise-scale insider risk management. You will work with a high-caliber team on microservices, containerization with Podman and Kubernetes, and Python development.

The role emphasizes OpenSearch/PostgreSQL storage, API design in cloud environments, and security-focused engineering. A hybrid or remote work arrangement is available, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in CS or equivalent.
• In-depth experience using OpenSearch or ElasticSearch.
• Proficiency in Python or other OO/functional languages with shipping experience.
• Cloud technologies (AWS or GCP) and orchestration with Kubernetes/Docker ecosystems.
• Experience designing and scaling production APIs in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Django and PostgreSQL or SQL databases.
• Knowledge of Linux systems (systemd, daemons, cron) is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self-starter with proactive approach.
• Startup experience is a plus.
• IDE with embedded AI experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain microservices for scalable data pipelines.
• Implement containers with Podman and Kubernetes for robust deployments.
• Write high-quality Python code with tests, automation, and docs.
• Design storage/retrieval strategies for OpenSearch and Postgres databases.
• Improve search relevance and user experience through tuning and experiments.
• Develop features for big data analytics within the DTEX solution.
• Apply security best practices and ensure data protection and compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive a culture of learning.

Skills

Python

Microservice architecture

Cloud technologies

OpenSearch

Django

Communication

Education

BS in CS or equivalent

Tools

Kubernetes

Podman

Docker

PostgreSQL

OpenSearch

SQL

Job description

DTEX is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain the DTEX InTERCEPT platform for enterprise-scale insider risk management. You will work with a high-caliber team on microservices, containerization with Podman and Kubernetes, and Python development.

The role emphasizes OpenSearch/PostgreSQL storage, API design in cloud environments, and security-focused engineering. A hybrid or remote work arrangement is available, with competitive compensation and benefits.