Senior Platform Engineer - AWS Platform Management

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

39d•$112,000 - $13,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will help to design, build, and maintain software platforms. You will be responsible for configuring and customizing the platform to meet the organization's needs, developing and maintaining applications, workflows, and integrations, and ensuring the platform's stability, security, and performance. Additionally, you will collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, build out solution designs, and ensure the scalability and efficiency of platform architectures. This role involves automating tasks to improve efficiency and troubleshooting technical issues to ensure successful implementation and utilization of the platform. Your efforts will enable the organization to streamline processes, improve service delivery, and enhance overall productivity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, a related field or equivalent education/experience and 5-7 years of related work experience
Experience with automation development and scripting tools
Proven ability to write and interpret code (Python, JSON, YAML, PowerShell, Terraform, Azure Bicep)
Proven ability to deliver Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Azure Bicep, Terraform, CloudFormation)
Ability to scan and resolve code standardization issues
Proven experience as a Platform Engineer or similar role (i.e. M365, AWS or Azure Engineer).
Strong understanding of cloud technologies, DevOps processes and automation of services.
Proficiency with modern platform container concepts (i.e. Docker and Kubernetes).
Experience with CI/CD tools and practices (Harness, GitHub, Snyk, Nexus, SonarQube, Kubernetes).
Experience with Cloud Deployment Automation and Orchestration tools (PowerShell, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Azure DevOps, CodeBuild/CodePipeline/CodeDeploy, Step Functions)
Demonstrated strong understanding of API’s and API Security
Demonstrated ability in automated code testing.
Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to research new solutions, and attention to detail.
Proven ability to apply critical thinking to business demands.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Holistic understanding of the internet and hosting from the network layer up through the application layer.
Flexibility and adaptability to change, and continuous learning mindset.

Nice To Haves

Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) .
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools.
Knowledge of security best practices in platform engineering.
Certifications in cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure, M365).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, implement, and manage software platforms, including applications, workflows, integrations, and cloud infrastructure.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, build solution designs, and ensure scalability, resiliency, and efficiency of platform architectures.
Ensure the security of the platform and the data it handles, implementing security controls to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.
Develop and implement platform strategies to improve efficiency through automation and enhance user and developer experience.
Monitor system performance and health, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide technical support for cloud-based services.
Create system guidelines, process documentation, and training materials for the organization.
Install, upgrade, and maintain underlying infrastructure, enabling systems with automated monitoring and alerting.
Understand and respond to emerging requirements and ambiguous technology decisions.
Design, implement and deliver cloud-based solutions at scale for a global organization supporting multiple entities, tailored to meet organizational needs, and support technology stack refresh when required, with security and process as a critical requirement.
Manage IT and business unit projects related to collaboration solutions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and migrations.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
College Coach Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs