ATPCO
Senior Engineer, Platform
ATPCO, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070
ATPCO is the foundation of flight shopping, providing pricing and retailing data, tools, and services to 500+ airlines, global distribution systems, sales channels, and technology companies. In addition, ATPCO links the entire airline community together, collaborating to develop industry standards for airline distribution and end-to-end technology solutions. As a result, ATPCO solutions work seamlessly across existing, new, and evolving technologies and methods from shopping to settlement. Airline-owned and reliably supporting air travel for more than 55 years, ATPCO is everywhere people buy flights.We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected military/veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, or any other legally protected factor.Job Description
About the Role:We are looking for an experienced and visionary
Senior Platform Engineer
to lead the development and optimization of our AWS cloud infrastructure. In this role, you will leverage your deep expertise in cloud technologies, particularly AWS, to drive architectural decisions, automate infrastructure, and implement cutting-edge solutions to improve platform reliability, scalability, and performance. As a senior member of the team, you will collaborate closely with leadership, mentor junior engineers, and play a key role in shaping the future of our cloud strategy.Key Responsibilities:·
Lead the design and implementation of highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure
in AWS, ensuring alignment with business needs and best practices.·
Architect cloud solutions
that are optimized for performance, security, and cost-efficiency, including multi-region, multi-account, and hybrid cloud architectures.·
Drive automation
initiatives, building robust Infrastructure as Code (IaC) frameworks using tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible to automate the provisioning, scaling, and monitoring of cloud resources.·
Provide technical leadership and mentorship
to platform engineers, guiding them in cloud best practices, security, DevOps methodologies, and problem-solving approaches.·
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
including product, development, and security to ensure seamless integration of services and applications with the cloud infrastructure.·
Oversee the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines,
ensuring fast, reliable, and automated deployment processes.·
Lead complex troubleshooting and performance tuning efforts
for cloud infrastructure and applications, ensuring the highest levels of reliability and performance.·
Implement security best practices
for cloud infrastructure, including monitoring, logging, and incident response, working closely with security and compliance teams to maintain a secure cloud environment.·
Evaluate and integrate new AWS services and emerging cloud technologies
to enhance platform capabilities and drive continuous improvement.·
Develop and enforce governance models
for cloud environments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.· Act as the
subject matter expert
(SME) on AWS, providing guidance to executives and stakeholders on cloud strategy and infrastructure investments.Qualifications:·
10+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure
design and management, with a strong focus on AWS.· Expertise in
architecting, implementing, and managing complex cloud environments , including large-scale, distributed systems.· Proven experience with
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) , particularly with AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible.· Strong experience with
Linux/Unix systems
and automation through scripting languages such as Python, Bash, etc.· In-depth knowledge of
networking, security, and cloud architecture best practices
in AWS environments, including VPC design, IAM, and encryption.· Experience implementing and optimizing
CI/CD pipelines
with tools like Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, or GitLab CI.· Advanced proficiency with
monitoring, logging, and observability tools
(CloudWatch, Datadog, Prometheus) to ensure infrastructure health and performance.· Leadership and mentoring experience , with a proven ability to guide junior engineers and promote a culture of continuous learning.· Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with experience in
root cause analysis
of complex cloud issues.· Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):· AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional), AWS Certified DevOps Engineer (Professional), or other advanced AWS certifications.· Deep experience with
Kubernetes , Docker, and container orchestration in the cloud.· Expertise in
multi-cloud or hybrid cloud strategies , including working with both AWS and other cloud platforms like Azure or Google Cloud.· Experience with
service mesh architectures
(e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and microservices deployment in AWS.· Hands-on experience with
security compliance frameworks
(e.g., SOC2, HIPAA, ISO27001) and implementing security controls in cloud environments.· Familiarity with
serverless architectures
using AWS Lambda and other AWS serverless services.What We Offer:· Opportunity to lead impactful projects on a large-scale AWS cloud infrastructure.· Leadership role in the platform team, with the ability to shape cloud strategies and influence company-wide cloud adoption.· Competitive compensation package, including bonuses and stock options.· Continued access to AWS certification programs and advanced training resources.· A collaborative environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and professional growth.· Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.Salary Range : $126,000 - $140,000*The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for applicable geographic differential associated with the location*
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About the Role:We are looking for an experienced and visionary
Senior Platform Engineer
to lead the development and optimization of our AWS cloud infrastructure. In this role, you will leverage your deep expertise in cloud technologies, particularly AWS, to drive architectural decisions, automate infrastructure, and implement cutting-edge solutions to improve platform reliability, scalability, and performance. As a senior member of the team, you will collaborate closely with leadership, mentor junior engineers, and play a key role in shaping the future of our cloud strategy.Key Responsibilities:·
Lead the design and implementation of highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure
in AWS, ensuring alignment with business needs and best practices.·
Architect cloud solutions
that are optimized for performance, security, and cost-efficiency, including multi-region, multi-account, and hybrid cloud architectures.·
Drive automation
initiatives, building robust Infrastructure as Code (IaC) frameworks using tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible to automate the provisioning, scaling, and monitoring of cloud resources.·
Provide technical leadership and mentorship
to platform engineers, guiding them in cloud best practices, security, DevOps methodologies, and problem-solving approaches.·
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
including product, development, and security to ensure seamless integration of services and applications with the cloud infrastructure.·
Oversee the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines,
ensuring fast, reliable, and automated deployment processes.·
Lead complex troubleshooting and performance tuning efforts
for cloud infrastructure and applications, ensuring the highest levels of reliability and performance.·
Implement security best practices
for cloud infrastructure, including monitoring, logging, and incident response, working closely with security and compliance teams to maintain a secure cloud environment.·
Evaluate and integrate new AWS services and emerging cloud technologies
to enhance platform capabilities and drive continuous improvement.·
Develop and enforce governance models
for cloud environments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.· Act as the
subject matter expert
(SME) on AWS, providing guidance to executives and stakeholders on cloud strategy and infrastructure investments.Qualifications:·
10+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure
design and management, with a strong focus on AWS.· Expertise in
architecting, implementing, and managing complex cloud environments , including large-scale, distributed systems.· Proven experience with
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) , particularly with AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible.· Strong experience with
Linux/Unix systems
and automation through scripting languages such as Python, Bash, etc.· In-depth knowledge of
networking, security, and cloud architecture best practices
in AWS environments, including VPC design, IAM, and encryption.· Experience implementing and optimizing
CI/CD pipelines
with tools like Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, or GitLab CI.· Advanced proficiency with
monitoring, logging, and observability tools
(CloudWatch, Datadog, Prometheus) to ensure infrastructure health and performance.· Leadership and mentoring experience , with a proven ability to guide junior engineers and promote a culture of continuous learning.· Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with experience in
root cause analysis
of complex cloud issues.· Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):· AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional), AWS Certified DevOps Engineer (Professional), or other advanced AWS certifications.· Deep experience with
Kubernetes , Docker, and container orchestration in the cloud.· Expertise in
multi-cloud or hybrid cloud strategies , including working with both AWS and other cloud platforms like Azure or Google Cloud.· Experience with
service mesh architectures
(e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and microservices deployment in AWS.· Hands-on experience with
security compliance frameworks
(e.g., SOC2, HIPAA, ISO27001) and implementing security controls in cloud environments.· Familiarity with
serverless architectures
using AWS Lambda and other AWS serverless services.What We Offer:· Opportunity to lead impactful projects on a large-scale AWS cloud infrastructure.· Leadership role in the platform team, with the ability to shape cloud strategies and influence company-wide cloud adoption.· Competitive compensation package, including bonuses and stock options.· Continued access to AWS certification programs and advanced training resources.· A collaborative environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and professional growth.· Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.Salary Range : $126,000 - $140,000*The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for applicable geographic differential associated with the location*
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