Senior Platform Engineer AWS / Python / Terraform
Location : Chicago
Salary : $130,000 - $150,000 + benefits + bonus (20 - 50%)
Hybrid : In office 3 days per week
Company Overview
Join a leading global brokerage in the heart of Chicago and drive innovation. The Platform Engineering team seeks an ambitious Engineer specialising in AWS, Python, Terraform, Git for CI / CD, and Docker to create a cutting-edge platform for rapid, reliable software development and deployment.
What's In It For You
Global Brokerage : Join a dynamic team at a top brokerage.Continuous Learning : Access paid training for professional growth.Work-Life Balance : Flexible work arrangements, with 3 days in the central Chicago office.Collaboration : Work closely with development teams on monitoring metrics and CI / CD pipeline development.Comprehensive benefits package offering employerprovided insurance (life / AD&D, disability, EAP), health & dental coverage, flexible accounts (HSA / FSA), generous time off (vacation, unlimited sick leave, parental leave), plus retirement plan with a company match - all designed to support employees wellness, financial security, and work-life balance.Exciting Projects : Engage in complex, challenging projects.Role Responsibilities
System Management : Monitor and manage AWS-focused systems and infrastructure.Platform Operations : Build and maintain a platform for cloud and on-premise application provisioning and operation.Configuration and Maintenance : Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, software, and infrastructure tools.CI / CD Development : Develop a continuous integration and deployment platform integrated with development tools.Developer Experience : Enhance developer experience in cloud infrastructure and application deployment.Policy and Guidelines : Develop policies, standards, and guidelines for Infrastructure as Code (IAC) and CI / CD processes.Automation : Implement workflow and toolchain improvements for task automation.Required Skills and Experience
Experience : Minimum 5 years in a professional Platform Engineering role.Cloud Proficiency : Securely deploy and manage AWS applications, with cloud-native tooling and security best practices.Scripting Skills : Proficiency in Python.Docker Proficiency : Experience with Docker containerisation for software deployment and scalability.CI / CD Expertise : Automate software build, test, and deployment pipelines following agile methodologies.Terraform Exposure : Beneficial experience with Terraform.Observability Tools : Experience with Grafana and Splunk is beneficial, particularly in developing and applying an observability strategy across a large organisation.Learn More
For more information, contact George Harris at Harrington Starr for a confidential conversation, or click Apply to start your application.