Role Overview :

We are seeking a seasoned Lead Platform Engineer with a strong background in platform development and a proven track record of leading technology design and teams. This position entails owning module design and spearheading the implementation process alongside a team of talented platform engineers.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

- Lead the design and architecture of robust, scalable platform modules, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.

- Drive the implementation of platform solutions, collaborating closely with platform engineers and cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.

- Mentor and guide a team of platform engineers, fostering an environment of growth and continuous improvement.

- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, incorporating them into the platform to enhance functionality and user experience.

- Ensure the reliability and security of the platform through comprehensive testing and adherence to best practices.

- Collaborate with senior leadership to set technical strategy and goals for the platform engineering team.

SKILLS :

Must have :

- Expertise in Python programming, with a solid foundation in writing clean, efficient, and scalable code.

- Proven experience in serverless application development, designing and implementing microservices, and working within event-driven architectures.

- Demonstrated experience in building and shipping high-quality SaaS platforms/applications on AWS, showcasing a portfolio of successful deployments.

- Comprehensive understanding of cloud computing concepts, AWS architectural best practices, and familiarity with a range of AWS services, including but not limited to Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB, and API Gateway.

- Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to optimize complex systems for efficiency and scalability.

- Excellent communication skills, with a track record of effective collaboration with team members and successful engagement with stakeholders across various levels.

- Previous experience leading technology design and engineering teams, with a focus on mentoring, guiding, and driving the team towards achieving project milestones and technical excellence.

Good to Have :

- AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer, or other relevant cloud development certifications.

- Experience with the AWS Boto3 SDK for Python.

- Exposure to other cloud platforms such as Azure or GCP.

- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.

EXPERIENCE :

- Total Experience : 8 + years of experience in Software or Platform Engineering

- Minimum 5 years of experience in roles directly relevant to platform development & team leadership

- Minimum 4 years of experience in developing applications with Python

- Minimum 3 years of experience in serverless application development

- Minimum 3 years of experience in building event-driven architectures

EDUCATION : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.