Senior Software Engineer (Platform Engineering)

Equinix; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital infrastructure firm is seeking an experienced engineer to enhance their platform engineering team. The role involves maintaining the internal platform which supports Equinix engineers with core services including CI/CD and observability. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience, deep Kubernetes knowledge, and is dedicated to improving developer experience. You can work remotely or from an office based in Dallas.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience operating Kubernetes.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain the internal platform for digital product portfolio.
• Contribute to internal platform development.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Kubernetes expertise

CI/CD systems

Linux experience

Containerization

Production systems operation

DevOps culture contribution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience

Tools

Kubernetes

Go

Job description

Overview

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where tech thinkers and future builders turn bold ideas into breakthrough experiences, we welcome your unique perspective. Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers—because progress starts with fresh ideas. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Core Product Services at Equinix, the world’s digital infrastructure company, is growing our platform engineering team. If you are an experienced engineer interested in building services that shape how the next generation of infrastructure is delivered, we’d like to hear from you. This role can be remote or based in one of our office locations.

Responsibilities

As an individual contributor on a small, focused team, you will help build and maintain the internal platform for Equinix’s digital product portfolio. At the center of our platform is a global footprint of Kubernetes clusters deployed on-premises and in the cloud. We support our customers—Equinix engineers—with a robust set of core services, including CI/CD, observability, and an internal developer portal.

To succeed in this role, you should bring both deep Kubernetes expertise and a passion for improving developer experience. You should understand not only what Kubernetes makes possible, but also its limitations and the patterns that should be developed around it.

You will:

• Prioritize developer experience—our customers are Equinix engineers, and they deserve the best
• Navigate ambiguity and contribute to both the “what” and the “how” of internal platform development
• Proactively identify weaknesses and drive solutions with a self-starter mindset
• Promote a DevOps culture and contribute across our ecosystem of tools, regardless of team boundaries
• Mentor and support junior team members, helping them grow their skills and effectiveness
• Collaboratively write RFCs and blueprints to define patterns, architecture, and direction
• Care deeply about technology, craftsmanship, and the success of your teammates and company
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support platform services in production
• Contribute to software design and system architecture, ensuring components support rapid development and deployment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience operating Kubernetes (preferably on bare metal)
• Experience with CI/CD systems
• Experience with Linux and containerization
• Experience operating production systems and willingness to participate in an on-call rotation
• Strong desire to learn and grow
• Preferred: Experience with Cluster API (CAPI)
• Preferred: Experience with Go or another high-level programming language
• Preferred: Background in platform engineering

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 118,000 - 176,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 107,000 - 161,000 CAD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Benefits

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.