Platform Engineering Lead
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Platform Engineering Lead to oversee and maintain our cloud and infrastructure operations across multiple environments. This crucial role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our platform as we continue to innovate in the virtual payment technology space. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with various departments, including product, data, security, and service teams, to ensure our infrastructure meets client expectations and supports key business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the implementation and maintenance of cloud and infrastructure systems, including private and public cloud-based servers, storage, networks, and security.
- Direct teams to standardise platforms, supporting efficient product deployment pipelines and meeting critical release schedules.
- Collaborate with department leaders to ensure that cloud and infrastructure environments align with client needs and best practices.
- Guide teams in enhancing the observability and reliability of infrastructure performance.
- Oversee global cloud engineering teams operating across different time zones, ensuring continuous operation and support.
Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience leading teams in a 24/7 operational environment, including managing out-of-hours escalations.
- Expertise in implementing and migrating to public cloud infrastructure, preferably Microsoft Azure.
- At least 4 years' experience in an infrastructure or IT management role.
- Familiarity with tools like Datadog and ServiceNow is advantageous.
- Strong problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities.
- Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple projects effectively.
Benefits:
33 days' annual leave with options to purchase more, enhanced parental leave, private medical cover, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Access to rewards, including Cycle2Work, gym memberships, tech schemes, and discounts. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive work environment.
If you are a strategic leader with a passion for driving technological innovation, we invite you to apply for the Platform Engineering Lead position.
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Platform Engineering Lead