Senior Platform Engineer Boston, MA

Recorded Future; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 193,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Recorded Future is seeking a Platform Engineer in Boston, Massachusetts to design and implement CI/CD pipelines, manage cloud infrastructure on AWS, and develop infrastructure as code using Terraform. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and skills in Golang or Python, Kubernetes, and AWS.

Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $129,000‑$193,500, as well as additional benefits such as medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a platform engineering or similar role.
• Proficiency in Golang or Python for scripting and automation.
• Good networking knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for software delivery.
• Develop and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Deploy and monitor containerized applications using Kubernetes.

Skills

Golang or Python

Terraform

Kubernetes

GitHub

AWS

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Terraform

GitHub

AWS

CI/CD tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Develop and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Deploy, manage, and monitor containerized applications using Kubernetes.
• Support the development and management of production Kubernetes clusters in a cloud environment (AWS preferred).
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure in AWS to support scalable and secure applications.
• Administer and optimize source code repositories and workflows in GitHub.
• Collaborate with development teams to enhance developer toolsets and streamline SDLC processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and application issues.
• Implement best practices for security, reliability, and performance.
• Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a platform engineering or similar role.
• Proficiency in Golang or Python for scripting and automation.
• Proven experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code.
• Proven knowledge of Kubernetes for container orchestration and experience with ArgoCD.
• Hands‑on experience with GitHub for version control and collaboration.
• Proven experience with AWS cloud services.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good networking knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Github runners and other CI/CD tools and platforms.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Go, Python or Java in the context of CI/CD.
• Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments.
• Experience with observability tools such as Prometheus, ELK and Grafana stacks.
• Certification in AWS or Kubernetes and experience with Backstage is a plus.
• Experience with kOps is a plus.
• Knowledge of Cilium CNI is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this full‑time position is $129,000‑$193,500. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. This position may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).

Equal‑Opportunity Employment

Recorded Future is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not conduct interviews via instant messaging or text. We will not discharge, discipline or otherwise discriminate against any employee or applicant for inquiring about compensation.