Senior Platform Engineer

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

We are looking for an exceptionally motivated Senior Platform Engineer to accelerate the development and operation of cutting-edge web and mobile eCommerce applications across our many lines of business: retail delivery/click-and-collect (B2C), wholesale B2B, and CPG brands both via retailer (B2B2C) and D2C where allowed. The role is a foundational piece of a highly visible, business facing team focused on aligning strategic objectives with tactical demands in the cannabis industry, one of the fastest growing and most innovative industries in the US.Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical excellence in cloud infrastructure development, with expertise in containerized environments, load balancing, network access control, identity access, cloud storage, and knowledge of monitoring and logging, TCP/IP, and API management.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., DataDog, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack) with a strong understanding of networking protocols, including TCP/IP and HTTP/HTTPS.
• Expertise in automating cloud environment provisioning using infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Serverless frameworks; proven experience in pipeline engineering and CI/CD practices using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or GitHub Actions.
• Collaborate with teams to strategize, consult, and prototype, promoting best practices and innovative solutions for applications within the CI/CD pipeline and the cloud framework.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and architectural trends, evaluating their potential impact; advocate for integrating relevant new technologies to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Provide technical consulting and mentorship and demonstrate technical expertise in cloud technologies, containerization, incident response, and development tools and processes.
• Develop and execute Site Reliability plans to meet internal SLAs, ensuring systems are robust, scalable, and resilient.
• Craft preventative automation and standards to mitigate production infrastructure incidents. Spearhead the implementation of monitoring tools.
• Drive the development of compliance automation and policy-as-code to ensure efficient cloud governance.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers, aiming for excellence in service.
• Communicate effectively about project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and management.
• Manage conflicts involving timelines, budgets, and project scope autonomously, escalating complex issues when necessary.
• Design and develop tools, platforms, and frameworks that enhance developer productivity and streamline workflows.
• Guide changes through proper review and approval channels.
• Thrive in an agile development environment and contribute to enhancing customer experience through improved tools and services.Stack
  • Frontend: React, Next.js, Composable / Atomic Design
  • Architecture: Microservices based, API first, Cloud-native SaaS, HeadlessQualifications
    • 4+ years of cloud technology experience demonstrating progressive professional development.
    • AWS associate certification (Cloud Engineer, Cloud DevOps Engineer, Developer, Solution Architect, SysOps Administrator Associate) and/or relevant experience preferred.
    • Proficient in IaaS and PaaS services on AWS/GCP.
    • Well-versed in Infrastructure-as-Code and associated technologies (e.g., repos, pipelines, Terraform).
    • Background in a Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) role.
    • Skilled in using application monitoring tools like DataDog or Dynatrace.
    • A strong inclination towards automation in all operational tasks.Additional Requirements
      • Must pass any and all required background checks
      • Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
      • Must be a minimum of 21 years of ageThe pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.Green Thumb Pay Range: $115,000 - $130,000 USDApply for this job
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