Platform Engineer - Kubernetes

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI...

The role will be tasked with developing and maintaining our Application Hosting Infrastructure on Kubernetes in GCP. As a Platform Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining our core application infrastructure that supports our business operations. You’ll be part of a small, focused team t...

Design scalable infrastructure solutions that meet the demands of our core applications. Implement infrastructure as code practices to automate and streamline processes. Monitor system performance, optimize resources, and integrate cloud services while troubleshooting and resolving any infrastructure issues that arise.

Implement CI/CD pipelines to streamline the software development lifecycle. Design and develop scalable build systems to ensure applications are delivered quickly and proficiently, matching the pace of business needs.
Ensure compliance with security regulations and best practices to protect application infrastructure. Collaborate with Infosec and other engineering teams to implement effective incident response and CVE remediation processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements for platform improvements. Provide technical support and guidance to internal users of the platform. Facilitate knowledge sharing sessions to educate team members on platform features and best practices.
Analyze cloud spending patterns to ensure cost optimization and implement financial governance policies for cloud resources. Identify opportunities for cost savings while enhancing operational efficiency. Regularly assess application usage to eliminate unused resources and maintain a proficient environment.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
5+ years with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or Crossplane
5+ years with cloud service providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate or equivalent certification
Knowledge of service mesh architectures such as Istio or Linkerd
Hands-on experience with cloud security practices and tools
Experience with cost management tools for cloud infrastructure
Led cross-functional initiatives that improved platform usability and performance based on user feedback
Experience with Elasticsearch is a plus
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As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.
We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.
Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
Generous number of vacation days each year
Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave
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