Senior Platform Engineer

About the Position

Recorded Future is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Platform Engineer to join our dynamic team in Boston, MA. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Deployment (CD), Kubernetes, developer toolsets, and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices. This role requires a strong understanding of modern Platform Engineering tools and practices, as well as a commitment to fostering a responsive, communicative, and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Develop and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Deploy, manage, and monitor containerized applications using Kubernetes.
• Support the development and management of production Kubernetes clusters in a cloud environment (AWS preferred).
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure in AWS to support scalable and secure applications.
• Administer and optimize source code repositories and workflows in GitHub.
• Collaborate with development teams to enhance developer toolsets and streamline SDLC processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and application issues.
• Implement best practices for security, reliability, and performance.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a platform engineering or similar role.
• Proficiency in Golang or Python for scripting and automation.
• Proven experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code.
• Proven knowledge of Kubernetes for container orchestration and experience with ArgoCD.
• Hands-on experience with GitHub for version control and collaboration.
• Proven experience with AWS cloud services.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good networking knowledge.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Github runners and other CI/CD tools and platforms.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Go, Python, or Java in the context of CICD.
• Knowledge of security best practices in cloud environments.
• Experience with observability tools such as Prometheus, ELK, and Grafana stacks.
• Certification in AWS or Kubernetes and experience with Backstage is a plus.
• Experience with kOps is a plus.
• Knowledge of Cilium CNI is a plus.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: $129,000 - $193,500 per year.
• Opportunity for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401K.
• Hybrid work environment.

About the Company

Recorded Future employees (or “Futurists”), represent over 40 nationalities and embody our core values of having high standards, practicing inclusion, and acting ethically. Our dedication to empowering clients with intelligence to disrupt adversaries has earned us a 4.6-star user rating on G2 and more than 50% of Fortune 100 companies as customers.

Recorded Future is committed to maintaining an environment that attracts and retains talent from a diverse range of experiences, backgrounds, and lifestyles. We ensure all feel included and respected for being unique and bringing their whole selves to work.

Why Join Us?

• Diverse Team: Represent over 40 nationalities.
• Core Values: High standards, inclusion, and ethical practices.
• Recognition: 4.6-star user rating on G2 and more than 50% of Fortune 100 companies as customers.
• Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Application Process

Our interview process for all final-round candidates requires a mandatory in-person interview or a live, scheduled video conference with the hiring manager. We do not conduct interviews via instant messaging or text.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives

Recorded Future will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Recorded Future will become the property of Recorded Future. Agencies must have a valid written agreement in place with Recorded Future's recruitment team and must receive written authorization before submitting resumes.