Launchpad, a people-first technology company, is a leader in North America´s rapidly growing tech sector. Through two solutions, Launchpad supports its clients with digital transformation:
- PaasportTM, our iPaaS solution, streamlines software integration and automates workflows.
- Nearshore Staff Augmentation, our managed IT staffing service, connects top IT talent across various geographical regions, bringing industry expertise to leading clients.
Based in Vancouver, Canada, our operational footprint spans across North and South America, with a second headquarters in Santiago, Chile.
In 2023, our unwavering dedication to innovation garnered recognition as a Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ Program Company. Our clientele boasts industry leaders such as Walmart, GM, TIME Magazine, Salesforce, Tableau, Splunk, Bolt.com, Freedom House, and more.
At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then we’d love to hear from you.
Role Overview
The Senior Platform Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining internal developer platforms to streamline infrastructure management. The role requires deep expertise in Azure (particularly Azure Gov), Kubernetes, and automation tools to ensure scalable and efficient cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain internal tools and frameworks for cloud infrastructure management.
- Optimize developer workflows and implement infrastructure-as-code practices.
- Standardize cloud deployments to enhance consistency, security, and performance.
- Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters (AKS), ensuring high availability.
- Implement monitoring solutions using Grafana, Prometheus, and Azure Monitoring.
- Manage networking components including application gateways, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Collaborate with security teams to ensure cloud compliance and best practices.
- Engage with third parties and stakeholders to present cloud initiatives.
Key Skills & Experience
- +5 years of experience in similar roles
- Deep expertise in Azure, particularly Azure Gov.
- Strong knowledge of Kubernetes (AKS), Docker, and Helm.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or similar tools.
- Proficiency in observability tools (Grafana, Prometheus, Elasticsearch).
- Strong networking knowledge including application gateways, firewalls, and load balancing.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a dynamic environment.
- Proactive mindset with strong communication skills.
Why work for Launchpad?
- 100% remote
- People first culture
- Excellent compensation in US Dollars
- Hardware setup for working from home
- Work with global teams and prominent brands based in North America, Europe, and Asia
- Training allowances
- Personal time off (PTO) for vacations, study leave, personal time, etc.
- ...and more!
At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then you are the future of Launchpad. Launchpad is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and treated equally.
Are you ready to elevate your career at Launchpad? We want to hear your story! Contact us today.
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What We Do
Your Digital Transformation Partner Launchpad is your technology partner, committed to driving seamless digital transformation. Specializing in app, data, and people integration, we supercharge your journey. Our iPaaS platform, PassportTM, simplifies software integration and workflow automation. We also have handpicked IT experts in your time zone, helping you launch faster, streamline your projects, and cut costs. Your digital future starts here. Learn more: https://www.golaunchpad.io
