Job Title: Senior Platform Engineer

Company Name: Lunar Energy

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/vpn9wh6dch1h8ek4

Job Description: Posted 1mo agoSenior Platform Engineer @ Lunar EnergyView All JobsWebsiteUnited KingdomRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:design infrastructure, develop automation, ensure reliabilityRequirements Summary:5+ years in DevOps/SecOps/Platform Engineering; experience with CI/CD, infrastructure as code, cloud databases, AWS; strong networking/security; scripting; Linux.Technical Tools Mentioned:AWS, TypeScript, Python, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, InfluxDB, Linux, Bash, Terraform, CI/CD, Serverless
At Lunar Energy, we're on a mission to transform the way we power our homes by building an ecosystem of all-electric products, starting with a next-generation home battery system and a cloud PaaS to manage large fleets of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) assets. Comprising a team of visionary entrepreneurs and dedicated technology and industry experts, we're united by our shared vision of deploying and building products to electrify homes that are connected through an integrated software platform.We are currently seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to join our talented team of engineers, dedicated to delivering a more sustainable future. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring end-to-end platform reliability, security, and internal tooling. You will have the opportunity to strongly influence and contribute to the team’s future.Lunar Energy empowers you to explore multiple facets of our technology stack, aligned with your personal interests and abilities. We have a strong tradition of leveraging functional programming and type systems to craft pragmatic and flexible systems that align with business requirements.Key Responsibilities:Design and implement scalable, highly available infrastructure and internal tooling solutions using TypeScript and Python in AWSEnable fast iteration through implementation and improvement of automationTake ownership of ensuring continuous operation of critical systems, including databases and ETL pipelinesReason about cloud infrastructure strategy to help ensure that solutions are the best fit for requirementsDevelop and evangelise security best practices, such as automation of a secure software development processKey Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.A minimum of 5 years’ of experience in DevOps, SecOps or Platform Engineering roles.Experience building CI/CD pipelinesExperience using infrastructure as codeExperience managing cloud databases at scale in at least one of: Postgresql, Elasticsearch, InfluxDBHands-on experience with AWSStrong understanding of networking and network securityProven industry experience in SecopsProficiency in one or more scripting programming languages (Python, Ruby, Bash, etc.)LinuxDesirable Skills:Experience with serverless technologiesExperience with TypescriptProficiency in application penetration testing, ethical hacking, and vulnerability assessmentsInterest in the IoT and renewable energy industryYou Are:Impact-Driven: Thrive in a small, agile team where your initiative and contributions make a significant impact.Curious and Enthusiastic: Eager to embrace new challenges and continuously expand your skill set.Self-Starter: Capable of managing your own workload and deadlines while taking personal responsibility for your tasks.Joining us gives you:A competitive salary and stock options package25 days annual leave a year + public holidays Private Medical Insurance via BUPA (medical history disregarded)A wellbeing and lifestyle benefits plan through Medicash5% employer contributions pension matchingA budget for work-related training of £1,000 per financial year and an allowance of 4 training daysCycle To Work scheme and Workplace Nursery benefitAccess to Spill - Mental Health Support platformEnhanced Maternity + Paternity PayRegular socials and activities, online and in-personFlexible start and finish times, fully remote working or hybrid depending on preferencesDuration: Full-TimeLocation: Fully remote within the UK, but you are welcome any time at our office in Spitalfields, London (UK), as often as you like.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, age or social background. We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply.