Platform Engineer with Managing Devops SCM Tools

Job Title: Platform Engineer- Managing Devops/SCM Tools

Location: Central London, UK (Canary Wharf)

Employment Type: Contract (6+ Months)

Hybrid (2 days a week)

Job Overview:

A Platform Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the tools and systems that support the software development lifecycle. This role focuses on creating efficient, scalable, and reliable platforms that enhance the productivity of development teams and ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications.

Responsibilities:

• Tool Development: Design, develop, and maintain tools that support software development, testing, and deployment processes.

• Automation: Implement automation solutions to streamline workflows and reduce manual intervention.

• Integration: Ensure seamless integration of tools with existing systems and platforms.

• Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitor the performance of tools and systems, troubleshoot issues, and perform regular maintenance to ensure reliability.

• Collaboration: Work closely with development, operations, and quality assurance teams to understand their needs and provide effective solutions.

• Documentation: Create and maintain documentation for tools and processes to ensure clear communication and knowledge sharing.

• Innovation: Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in platform engineering and tool development.

• Security: Implement security measures to protect tools and systems from potential threats.

• Training and Support: Provide training and support to team members on the use of tools and systems.

Technical Skills:

• Programming Languages: Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, Groovy, or Go.

• Operating Systems: Proficiency in Linux(RHEL) and Windows systems.

• SDLC Tools: Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Nexus, Zephyr.

• CI/CD Tools: Experience with tools such as Jenkins, Bamboo, GitLab, Ansible.

• Cloud Platforms: Knowledge of cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

• Security: Experience with tools for delivering SCA, SAST, DAST capabilities.

• Monitoring and Logging: Proficiency with tools like Splunk, Dynatrace, Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana.

• Version Control: Strong understanding of Git and version control practices.

• Scripting: Skills in scripting languages like Bash, PowerShell, or Perl.

• Containerization: Familiarity with Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.

Soft Skills:

• Collaboration: Excellent teamwork and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities to resolve issues quickly.

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies in a fast-paced environment.

• Attention to Detail: Precision in managing configurations and deployments to avoid errors.

• Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying updated with the latest trends and tools in platform engineering.