Platform Engineer at KUBRA

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Requirements

4-5 years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or relevant experience from related fields: Software, Cloud, Network or Security Engineering
Experience with a systems programming language, such as Go or Python (Strong preference for Go)
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes
Experience creating and maintaining diagrams for process flows, data flows and architecture
Experience with monitoring and logging in cloud environments, using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Open Telemetry, CloudWatch, etc
In-depth understanding of containerization, microservice architecture, and related technologies
Knowledge of service mesh architectures
Strong communication skills and ability to facilitate effective technical problem-solving
Excellent troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills including the ability to articulate complex technical issues to a range of audiences
A collaborative spirit, with strong interpersonal skills
Exceptional organization skills, detail-oriented mindset, and a commitment to quality
Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities and tasks
Nice to Haves
Some experience with Terraform and infrastructure as code principles
Demonstrated proficiency in AWS environments, particularly with networking architecture
Experience building cloud native solutions and infrastructure for a highly compliant environment such as SOC2 Type 2 or PCI-DSS
Experience with CI/CD automation tools such as CircleCI and ArgoCD and Jenkins

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain controlled multi-account AWS environments that promote developer self-service and productivity
Provide robust Kubernetes solutions on AWS EKS to support microservice architecture, allowing for scalable and stable application deployment
Develop infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform for reliable and repeatable infrastructure provisioning
Develop custom software implementations and/or solutions as needed to provide a cohesive developer platform experience
Automate and streamline deployment and delivery processes using CircleCI and ArgoCD
Implement secure and efficient AWS and Kubernetes networking architectures essential for a scalable and reliable platform
Contribute to network security and policies with tools, such as Network Policy and AWS Network Firewall, to ensure compliance with the latest security standards
Collaborate with development teams to identify opportunities and ensure feedback is collected and applied to optimize infrastructure against security, resiliency, and cost targets
Document processes and maintain records relating to infrastructure procedures and strategies

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AWSKubernetesEKSTerraformCircleCIArgoCDNetwork PolicyAWS Network Firewallcontainerizationmicroservicesservice mesh

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or hybrid?

This is a hybrid position based out of our office in Mississauga, Ontario.

What are the must-have skills for this Platform Engineer role?

Must-haves include 4-5 years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or related fields; experience with a systems programming language like Go or Python (strong preference for Go); hands-on Kubernetes experience; experience creating and maintaining diagrams for process flows, data flows, and architecture; and experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Open Telemetry, and CloudWatch.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of team culture or personal qualities does KUBRA value?

KUBRA values a collaborative spirit with strong interpersonal skills, strong communication skills for technical problem-solving, excellent troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills, exceptional organization skills, a detail-oriented mindset, commitment to quality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities as a self-motivated individual.

What makes a strong candidate for this Platform Engineer position?

A strong candidate will have the must-have skills including 4-5 years in platform engineering or DevOps, Go or Python experience (preferably Go), Kubernetes hands-on experience, diagramming expertise, and cloud monitoring knowledge, plus nice-to-haves like Terraform, AWS proficiency especially in networking, and building cloud-native solutions.

KUBRA

Customer experience management for utilities and government

About KUBRA

KUBRA provides customer experience management solutions tailored for large utility companies and government entities in North America. Their services include billing and payments, mapping, mobile applications, proactive communications, and artificial intelligence tools, all aimed at improving customer interactions and operational efficiency. KUBRA's solutions are used by over 365 clients, impacting more than 40% of households in the U.S. and Canada, resulting in over 1.5 billion customer interactions each year. The company offers various digital payment options, including partnerships with Apple Pay and Google Pay, ensuring convenience for customers. KUBRA generates revenue through subscription fees for its software and transaction fees from payment processing, allowing for steady income while expanding its offerings. The goal of KUBRA is to enhance customer engagement and streamline operations for utilities and government organizations.

Mississauga, CanadaHeadquarters

1992Year Founded

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Fintech, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

501-1,000Employees