Senior Infrastructure Engineer - GCP
dbt LabsFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in infrastructure, DevOps, or platform engineering, with a systems thinking mindset and experience managing cloud infrastructure, preferably GCP, using IaC tools like Terraform. A strong understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, cloud security best practices, and CI/CD pipelines is required, along with proficiency in automation languages like Python or Go. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering is mandatory, and a Master's degree is highly preferred. Experience with financial systems infrastructure, Kubernetes, and high-scale systems is a plus.
The Senior Infrastructure & Platform Engineer will architect and manage scalable GCP infrastructure, build internal developer platforms with self-service tools, and own and improve CI/CD systems for rapid and safe releases. Responsibilities include designing infrastructure for compliance with financial industry security standards, partnering with backend engineers on system design for complex financial workflows, and contributing to monitoring, alerting, and reliability tooling for critical financial systems.
Provides launch services for small satellites
Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.