Senior Platform Engineer (Kubernetes)

TL;DR

Senior Platform Engineer (Kubernetes): Building and operating the essential cloud foundation for all services with an accent on multi-cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes orchestration, and IaC automation. Focus on evolving GitOps workflows, implementing security best practices, and driving operational excellence through Golang-based automation.

Location: Must be a US citizen residing on US soil

Salary: $168,000–$210,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a data intelligence company providing a platform for data governance, cataloging, and privacy.

What you will do

• Develop controllers and automations to enable developer productivity.
• Contribute to the architecture of platform infrastructure using GitOps and IaC.
• Participate in on-call rotations and troubleshoot complex service issues.
• Implement security best practices and maintain comprehensive documentation.
• Stay current with platform engineering trends and identify opportunities for system improvements.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen residing on US soil
• Must be eligible to work in the USA without sponsorship
• 3+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or SRE roles.
• Proven experience managing production workloads on major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, and automation using Golang or Python.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have

• Certifications such as CKA or CKAD.
• Experience with Istio, ArgoCD, and observability tools like Datadog or Grafana.
• Deep knowledge of Linux and networking.
• Proficiency in leveraging AI tools to streamline workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with equity ownership at every level.
• Comprehensive health coverage and pension/401k plans.
• Flex Fund monthly stipend for personal needs.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and technical growth.