[Remote] Senior Platform Engineer at Vultr

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Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cloud Computing, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Experience with CI/CD systems, ideally GitLab, including pipeline templating, runners, and integrations
Strong background in Infrastructure-as-Code, using Terraform and configuration management tools (Puppet and/or Ansible)
Proficiency in scripting and automation with Python, PHP, Bash, or similar languages
Hands-on experience with Linux environments, especially Debian-based distributions
Understanding of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of version control and branching

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize GitLab CI/CD pipelines that power all internal software delivery
Automate infrastructure deployments using Terraform and Puppet or Kubernetes to deliver consistent, repeatable environments
Enhance internal development environments and tooling to streamline onboarding and local testing workflows
Collaborate with various Engineering teams to ensure observability, reliability, and automation are built into every delivery pipeline
Contribute to Puppet manifests, Helm charts and Terraform modules for core platform systems
Work cross-functionally with developers, QA Engineering, and engineering teams to enable reliable, efficient deployments
Author clear, maintainable documentation for CI/CD workflows, automation scripts, and infrastructure processes

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Cloud InfrastructurePlatform EngineeringCloud ComputeCloud GPUBare MetalCloud Storage

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Vultr offer?

Vultr provides excellent medical benefits with 100% company-paid premiums for employee-only plans, 100% company-paid dental and vision premiums, a 401(k) with 100% match up to 4% with immediate vesting, professional development reimbursement of $2,500 annually, 11 holidays plus PTO accrual and rollover, increased PTO at anniversaries, sabbaticals, remote office setup reimbursements, internet and gym memberships up to $75 and $50 monthly, and a company-paid Wellable subscription.

Is this a remote position?

Yes, the role supports remote work with reimbursements including $500 for first-year remote office setup, $400 each following year for equipment, and up to $75 monthly internet reimbursement.

What skills are required for the Senior Platform Engineer role?

Key skills include designing and optimizing GitLab CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure with Terraform, Puppet, or Kubernetes, enhancing developer environments and tooling, and collaborating on systems integration.

What is the salary for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of candidate is Vultr looking for in a Senior Platform Engineer?

Vultr seeks a highly skilled, experienced, hands-on problem solver passionate about developer experience, automation, and scalable infrastructure, with a focus on CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and internal tooling.

Vultr

Cloud infrastructure provider with global deployment

About Vultr

Vultr provides cloud infrastructure services, specializing in high-performance SSD VPS (Solid State Drive Virtual Private Servers) that can be deployed globally in just 60 seconds. Their services include cloud compute instances, storage solutions, and networking capabilities, allowing clients to manage and deploy resources easily. Unlike many competitors, Vultr operates on a subscription-based model where clients pay only for the resources they use, making it a cost-effective option for businesses of all sizes. With a strong focus on customer support, handling over 35,000 requests monthly, Vultr aims to simplify cloud computing for developers, startups, and enterprises across more than 150 countries.

West Palm Beach, FloridaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$323.9MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Gym Membership

Risks

Increased competition in AI infrastructure could erode Vultr's market share.

Rapid expansion may lead to operational challenges if not managed carefully.

Dependence on partnerships poses risks if strategic misalignments occur.

Differentiation

Vultr offers over 20 data center locations across 5 continents for low latency.

The company provides high-performance cloud infrastructure at a fraction of Big Tech costs.

Vultr's SSD VPS can be deployed globally in just 60 seconds.

Upsides

Vultr secured $3.5B for global expansion in AI infrastructure and cloud computing.

Partnerships with AMD, Broadcom, and Juniper enhance Vultr's AI and cloud capabilities.

Vultr's competitive pricing model attracts businesses seeking cost-effective cloud solutions.

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