The established tech company is building a "skunkworks" team to build new web and mobile platforms, all new engineering, no support or maintenance of legacy systems! Direct Hire FTE role with a small team that works hybrid 2 days a week in Phoenix.

Exciting Opportunity for DevOps/Platform Architects in Phoenix!

We're seeking a Lead or Senior DevOps/Platform Engineer to build and architect a cutting-edge event-based platform, replacing the current one used by millions of users. This greenfield project offers the chance to shape the future of our customers platform with no legacy constraints.

Role: DevOps/Platform Architect

Project: New event-based platform (greenfield)

Team: 10-15 person "skunkworks" team

Location: Hybrid (2 days a week in Phoenix)

What We’re Looking For:

DevOps/Platform Architecture experience

Platform Expertise: Proven experience in building and architecting platforms from scratch.

Automation SME: Mastery of automation tools (Terraform, Python, etc.). You probably have an active github and push a lot of repos

Cloud Mastery: In-depth knowledge of cloud environments.

CI/CD Pro: Extensive experience with CI/CD processes.

Collaborative Spirit: Strong ability to partner with development teams.

Dynamic Enthusiast: Background in startups or small/mid-size companies.

Leadership Potential: Opportunity to lead and have resources under you.

Culture Fit: Positive attitude, culture-focused, and an animal lover!

Join an innovative team that values culture and creativity. If you’re an automation enthusiast who thrives in a dynamic, startup-like environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact!

Job Description

We are a small, nimble, and hyper-focused team dedicated to building the next generation of powerful platforms, with a strong emphasis on scalability and performance. If you thrive in an environment where innovation and automation are at the forefront, you'll love working here as a Platform/DevOps Architect.

Key Responsibilities

• Platform Development : Lead the design, development, and scaling of our new platform, ensuring it meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.
• Automation : Implement and optimize automation processes across the entire infrastructure, utilizing tools like Terraform to manage and provision cloud resources.
• Cloud Expertise : Leverage your deep knowledge of AWS, Azure, and GCP to build robust, scalable, and secure cloud environments.
• Infrastructure as Code : Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) practices to ensure consistency and repeatability in environment setups.
• Performance Engineering : Architect and implement solutions that prioritize high performance and scalability to handle large-scale workloads.
• Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers and operations, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications.
• Mentorship : Provide guidance, mentorship, and code reviews to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Innovation : Stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies, incorporating AI tools and other innovations to enhance platform capabilities.
• Experience and SkillsAutomation SME : Proven expertise in automating infrastructure and deployment processes using Terraform and other similar tools.
• Cloud Mastery : Extensive experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP, including designing and managing large-scale cloud environments.
• Programming Proficiency : Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Go, or similar, with a focus on developing robust automation scripts. Looks to automate everything they can!
• Infrastructure as Code : Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining IaC, ensuring consistency and efficiency in environment setups.
• Performance Optimization : A track record of architecting and implementing high-performance, scalable solutions.
• Event-Driven Architecture : Experience with event-driven architectures and tools like Kafka or SQS.
• Database Management : Experience with both SQL (e.g., MySQL, Postgres) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases, including caching solutions like Redis.
• CI/CD Pipelines : Expertise in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment processes.
• AI Tool Leveraging : Experience incorporating AI tools to enhance development processes and platform capabilities.
• Startup or Consumer Application Experience : Background in startup environments or developing consumer applications.
• Remote Team Collaboration : Proven ability to collaborate effectively with remote development teams.
• ExpectationsGreenfield Project Enthusiasm : Embrace the challenge of working on a greenfield project, influencing the product's direction and architecture.
• Growth Mindset : Be open to new ideas and technologies, including the latest AI tools in the industry.
• Team Collaboration : Be prepared to work in the office at least two days a week, promoting collaboration and fostering a strong team environment.

Application Instructions

If you are passionate about building scalable platforms, automating everything, and working in a dynamic, innovative environment, we encourage you to apply.