Platform Engineer

Platform Engineer – AWS/TerraformGlobal Financial Services organisationLocation: ChicagoSalary: $150,000 - $180,000 + benefits + bonusHybrid: In office 3 days per weekCompany OverviewJoin a leading global financial services organisation in the heart of Chicago and drive innovation. The Platform Engineering team seeks an ambitious Engineer specialising in AWS, Python, Terraform, Git for CI/CD, and Docker to create a cutting-edge platform for rapid, reliable software development and deployment.What's In It For YouGlobal: Join a dynamic team at a top Financial Services Firm.Continuous Learning: Access paid training for professional growth.Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements, with 3 days in the Chicago office.Collaboration: Work closely with development teams on monitoring metrics and CI/CD pipeline development.Exciting Projects: Engage in complex, challenging projects.Role ResponsibilitiesSystem Management: Monitor and manage AWS-focused systems and infrastructure.Platform Operations: Build and maintain a platform for cloud and on-premise application provisioning and operation.Configuration and Maintenance: Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, software, and infrastructure tools.CI/CD Development: Develop a continuous integration and deployment platform integrated with development tools.Developer Experience: Enhance developer experience in cloud infrastructure and application deployment.Policy and Guidelines: Develop policies, standards, and guidelines for Infrastructure as Code (IAC) and CI/CD processes.Automation: Implement workflow and toolchain improvements for task automation.Required Skills and ExperienceCloud Proficiency: Securely deploy and manage AWS applications, with cloud-native tooling and security best practices.Scripting Skills: Proficiency in Python.Docker Proficiency: Experience with Docker containerisation for software deployment and scalability.CI/CD Expertise: Automate software build, test, and deployment pipelines following agile methodologies.Terraform Exposure: Beneficial experience with Terraform.Observability Tools: Experience with Grafana and Splunk is beneficial, particularly in developing and applying an observability strategy across a large organisation.Learn MoreFor more information, contact Harriet Lamplugh de Smith at Harrington Starr for a confidential conversation, or click \"Apply\" to start your application.