Senior Platform Engineer

Skills
Software DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsAutomationDatabasesLinuxSystem MonitoringSystem Operations
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in database product build.
  • Extensive Linux/Unix administration skills.
  • Production-level Docker and container orchestration experience.
  • Knowledge in container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes Helm Terraform desired.
  • Experience in distributed systems and load balancing.
  • Familiarity with Amazon Web Services or Google Cloud.
  • Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities.
  • Adaptability to remote work environments and different time zones.

Nice to have

  • Kubernetes
  • Helm
  • Terraform
  • TiKV

Day to day

  • Build and maintain a DB-as-a-Service offering.
  • Plan and deliver private cloud offerings using container orchestration tools.
  • Coordinate improvements with product and engineering teams.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot systems for security and performance.
  • Document systems and automate processes.
  • Improve engineering standards and processes.
  • Write and review technical proposals.
  • Support the online community and contribute to the SurrealDB blog.