Platform Engineer

17 hours ago

Melbourne Remote AU Kraken Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe
Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.
We're a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.
It's a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.
The Team
We have expanded our tentacles and are looking for someone (ideally based in Melbourne, Australia or remote within Australia) to join our Global Platform Engineering Systems team.
Our Systems team manage and provide the bedrock virtual infrastructure used by all teams at Kraken. As a Systems Platform Engineer, you'll help manage the shared infrastructure across all clients, including; deployment pipelines, infrastructure as code, core networking, container orchestration, and cloud native infrastructure. What you'll do:
  • Deliver platform improvements through features, bug fixes, and automation.
  • Manage and operate Kubernetes-based environments - we use EKS.
  • Implement and maintain GitOps workflows using ArgoCD.
  • Build platform tooling and automation primarily in Go or Python also acceptable.
  • Provide production support for highly-available, internet-facing systems.
  • Collaborate with a global, remote-first team using asynchronous  communication.
  • Contribute to code reviews, troubleshooting, and technology evaluations.
What you'll have:
  • Prior experience managing Kubernetes clusters in production across major cloud platforms EKS, AKS, GKE; EKS experience is preferred.
  • Experience with Helm for package management in Kubernetes.
  • Practical experience with GitOps tools such as ArgoCD or FluxCD in production.
  • Proficiency in Go (preferred) or Python for platform automation and development.
  • Strong understanding of AWS services beyond Kubernetes (networking, IAM,  storage, etc.).
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform or similar)
  • Knowledge of containers and observability tools (Datadog or similar).
  • Understanding of security best practices in Kubernetes and CI/CD.
  • Clear and effective communication skills in distributed, asynchronous teams.
What will help:
  • Experience maintaining or developing Kubernetes operators.
  • Strong Linux systems and Kubernetes knowledge paired with troubleshooting  skills.
  • Proactive, problem-solving orientation with an interest in continual  improvement.
  • Prior experience in globally distributed, follow-the-sun teams.
Kraken is a certified Great Place to Work in France, Germany, Spain, Japan and Australia. In the UK we are one of the Best Workplaces on Glassdoor with a score of 4.7. Check out our Welcome to the Jungle site (FR/EN) to learn more about our teams and culture.
Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. If you have any specific accommodations or a unique preference, please contact us at [email protected] and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic
Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Kraken, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. We consider all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. U.S. based candidates can learn more about their EEO rights here.
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