Senior Platform Engineer - Go, Python, AWS, Kubernetes/EKS
Senior Platform EngineerPortX is a leading AI-powered data and integration company for modern banking, bringing systems together and data to life through our unified platform for modern integration, governed customer 360 data, and next-generation payments.We're in strong growth mode, with an opportunity for a Senior Platform Engineer, working in a high-impact environment that's open and rewarding, so it’s a great time to join.Role OverviewThis position is responsible for building applications and tools to manage infrastructure and continuous deployment systems for PortX’s Kubernetes-based hosting platform in AWS. The platform provides highly available and secure microservices API hosting for financial institutions using cloud-native technologies.Responsibilities IncludeBuild and manage secure, highly-available, cloud infrastructure using Pulumi.Engineer new platform technologies using a variety of languages and tools.Support and enhance our internal platform tooling.Regularly update all infrastructure components to ensure platform security.Ensure systems meet SOC 2 compliance.Create and manage networking integrations with customer networks.Perform monitoring and performance tuning of Java, Python, Go, and TypeScript based microservice applications.Create documentation and diagrams.Evangelize Kubernetes, Docker and infrastructure best practices.Support development teams configuring applications to run on the infrastructure.Troubleshoot production issues and determine the root cause using industry standard observability tools.Troubleshoot networking issues using industry standard tools.Collaborate across a variety of technology disciplines in a fast-moving environment.Technical Skills RequiredStrong Troubleshooting and CodeGen AI skills (GitHub Copilot or Claude Code preferred)Familiarity with GitOps operating frameworks and best practicesCommon AWS services (IAM, S3, EC2, RDS, ElastiCache)AWS VPC networking (subnets, routing, multi-AZ)Kubernetes (5+ years) in production at scale) (preferably EKS)Docker (Dockerfile best practices, Multi-stage builds)Helm (including Helm chart best practices)Common CI systems (GitHub Actions preferred)Strong competency with Python and GoLinux Shell scripting (5+ years)Knowledge and experience working with IaC tools such as Pulumi or TerraformCommon security best practicesThis is a chance to join a fast-growing company at the forefront of AI-powered banking integration and data innovation. You will work in a collaborative, high-impact environment where your technical expertise and customer-facing skills directly influence business growth and customer success. At this stage, ownership isn't a talking point - it's the job. You'll drive your space end to end, which means your time and availability flex with what the work actually needs, not a fixed clock. If that type of environment is energizing rather than exhausting, you'll thrive here.PortX PrinciplesDo Everything with PurposeChallenge the OrdinaryCheck your Ego at the DoorBenefitsCompetitive compensation: attractive equity opportunities at a venture-backed startupHigh Impact Role: Have a direct and immediate impact on revenue & scaling the businessInsurance (medical, dental, vision)401(k)Unlimited PTOBe a part of a collaborative and highly motivated team culture where your voice is heard and you're not just a number in a big companyUS Citizenship required - No Visa Sponsorship available