Job Information
Smiley Technologies, Inc Senior Platform Engineer in Little Rock, Arkansas
This job was posted by https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/4197172 Description:
Summary
As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud-based infrastructure to ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of our systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, streamline operations, and optimize our platform for performance and efficiency.
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Responsibilities
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Cloud Computing and Azure
- Azure Cloud Services Proficiency: Deep understanding of Azure services related to computing, storage, network, and security. Familiarity with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Container Instances (ACI), Azure Functions, and Azure Key Vault for managing secrets, keys, and certificates securely.
- Architecture Design: Ability to design scalable, secure, and robust cloud architectures. Knowledge of best practices for cloud security and compliance within Azure.
- Cost Management: Skills in optimizing cloud spend and ensuring efficient resource utilization.
Containerization & Orchestration
- Docker: Expertise in building, deploying, and managing Docker containers, including writing Dockerfiles and understanding best practices for container security.
- Kubernetes: Advanced knowledge in managing Kubernetes clusters, including deployments, services, pods, and more. Understanding of Kubernetes networking, storage, and security.
- Orchestration Patterns and Practices: Experience with auto-scaling, self-healing, and rolling updates. Knowledge of Kubernetes operators and Helm charts.
CI/CD & Version Control
- GitHub Actions: Proficiency in setting up CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions. Ability to automate workflows, integrate testing, and manage artifacts.
- Version Control Systems: Deep understanding of Git and GitHub, including branching strategies, pull requests, and merge conflict resolution.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Configuration Management
- Terraform: Expertise in writing, testing, and maintaining Terraform scripts for provisioning and managing cloud infrastructure. Understanding of state management and module development.
- Configuration Management: Knowledge of configuration management tools and principles, and how they can be applied in cloud environments.
Application Performance Monitoring (APM) & Logging
- Dynatrace: Experience with setting up and utilizing Dynatrace for monitoring application performance, infrastructure health, and implementing observability best practices.
- Logging and Monitoring: Skills in leveraging Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and integrating with third-party tools for comprehensive monitoring and alerting.
Soft Skills
- Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot complex issues spanning across applications, infrastructure, and network.
- Communication: Strong communication skills for effectively collaborating with development teams, stakeholders, and to document systems and architectures.
- Leadership and Mentorship: Experience in leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and promoting DevOps culture within the organization.
Continuous Learning
Adaptability to New Technologies: Willingness and ability to learn new tools and technologies as the landscape evolves.
Keeping up with Industry Trends: Staying updated\ \
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