Platform Engineer

NXT GIG is on the lookout for a talented Platform Engineer to join our innovative team and help us build and maintain a robust platform that facilitates seamless development and deployment processes. In this role, you will be responsible for creating and managing infrastructure and tools that empower development teams to deliver high-quality applications efficiently. You will work closely with developers, operations, and security teams to ensure the platform is secure, scalable, and reliable. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, automation, and a passion for optimizing development workflows. If you are ready to make a significant impact within a cutting-edge environment, we encourage you to apply at NXT GIG.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage scalable and secure platform services and infrastructure
Collaborate with development teams to enhance build, test, and deployment workflows using CI/CD tools
Automate routine operational tasks related to infrastructure provisioning and management
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure platform reliability
Work with security teams to implement best practices for securing platform infrastructure
Document system architectures, processes, and operational policies for knowledge sharing
Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend improvements for our platform


Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Proven experience as a Platform Engineer or in a similar role with a focus on system and infrastructure engineering
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and related services
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration tools
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and automation frameworks (e.g., Jenkins, Terraform)
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Good communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders