Senior Cloud Native Platform Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Senior Cloud Native Platform Engineer (AI): Building and evolving hirify.global’s Kubernetes-native control plane that manages GPU-backed infrastructure for AI workloads at scale with an accent on extending Kubernetes through custom APIs and controllers. Focus on designing and implementing CRDs, building and operating custom controllers, and debugging complex issues across the Kubernetes control plane, Linux kernel, and networking.

Location: Remote (Global). The company is based in the UK, but geography is no barrier to impact or connection.

Company

hirify.global is the GPU cloud engineered for AI, providing cost-effective, high-performance infrastructure for AI start-ups and large enterprise customers.

What you will do

• Design and implement Kubernetes-native APIs using Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs).
• Build and operate custom controllers that reconcile desired state safely and reliably in production environments.
• Work deeply within the Kubernetes control loop, including informers, caches, and leader election.
• Write production-grade Go code as your primary development language.
• Debug complex issues spanning Kubernetes control plane, Linux kernel, cgroups, and networking.
• Integrate with external infrastructure management systems and APIs, building observable and supportable systems.

Requirements

• Strong, hands-on experience extending Kubernetes through custom controllers and CRDs in production environments.
• Proven experience writing production-grade Go for backend or control plane systems.
• Solid Linux fundamentals, including processes, memory management, filesystems, and cgroups.
• Good understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and overlay networks.
• Experience building, operating, or debugging distributed systems in production.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence technical outcomes through clear communication.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a collaborative, supportive, and innovative environment where contributions spark real impact.
• Receive a highly competitive package (base + equity) with reviews every 12 months.
• Join a fast-growing tech startup with a chance to push boundaries in cutting-edge AI.
• Expect a dynamic progression plan tailored to your ambitions, with full support for growth.
• Benefit from Human-First Flexibility, allowing autonomy to shape your day around life's moments.