Platform Team Lead

Komodor

About The Position

Komodor is a cutting-edge Kubernetes platform provider. Our dev-first solution streamlines operations across environments, giving application and infrastructure teams a unified way to optimize cost, control, and performance. We simplify the developer experience, boost efficiency, and bridge the gap between app and infra teams—so companies can spend less time managing Kubernetes and more time innovating. With $87M raised, we’re committed to pushing the limits of what our platform can deliver. Core Mission: As platform team leader, you will own and advance Komodor’s core platform and infrastructure, ensuring it is scalable, reliable, secure, and built to support rapid product innovation. In this role, you will lead a team of engineers and DevOps responsible for the foundational systems that power the product, guiding the design and delivery of robust architectures and shared components. You will drive technical excellence by setting engineering standards, improving system resiliency and performance, and proactively addressing scalability and operational challenges. Working closely with product and other software teams, you will ensure the platform enables fast, high-quality development while meeting the needs of customers at scale.

Requirements

Proven Team Lead experience of at least 3 years
At least 5 years of experience working with Python/ Golang
Must have a startup mentality and a hands-on builder type personality
Flexible thinker, problem solver and a great mentor to your team member
2 years of experience with Kubernetes and with common cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
DevOps attitude - understand systems beyond coding (infra, security, networking)
Highly dedicated individual with a “can-do” approach
Passion for solving deep technical challenges at the system level.
Strong sense of ownership and end-to-end accountability.
Ability to work collaboratively with highly technical teammates.
Curious, self-driven, and eager to explore emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of strong developers and DevOps to excellence while building scalable and high-quality software and infrastructure
Oversee development and execution of new features and products
Mentor and support the personal growth of team members
Hands-on development of about 50%
Join R&D Management Team and influence the entire RnD lifecycle (Hiring, Agile methodologies, Product and Technological efforts)
Influence the whole R&D as a member of the R&D Management Team
Lead by example with production cycle and customer-related issues
Drive the R&D organization to scale