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W3Global

Platform Engineer

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Plano, United states

Freelance

01-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Python Java Bash GitHub CI/CD Kubernetes Decision-making Networking Organization AWS CI/CD Pipelines

Job Specifications

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Platform Engineer to support a rapidly growing Enterprise Tools organization. This role is ideal for a technical problem-solver who thrives in automation, cloud-native engineering, and building reliable platforms for development teams.

About The Role

The Platform Engineer will design, automate, and maintain cloud-based tooling that powers modern development environments. This person will play a key role in optimizing container workflows, improving CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing automation across the enterprise. If you enjoy building efficient systems, driving technical decisions, and delivering seamless developer experiences-this role is for you.

Top Skills & Experience (3-5 Years Required)

Python, Java, AWS - strong development and scripting experience
Containerization expertise - understanding how to build container profiles, create images, and manage environments
Experience with certificate chains - root certificates, intermediate certificates, keystores, and secure communication
Familiarity with Sectigo certificates is a plus
Hands-on experience with Automated Testing, CI/CD pipeline maintenance, and networking concepts

What You'll Be Doing

Technology Strategy & Execution

Build detailed reporting on container configurations, deployments, and usage across AWS environments.
Collaborate with teammates to design and implement technology solutions that improve container-based development.
Automate container image builds, updates, and best-practice implementations.
Participate in technical decision-making and provide guidance on scalable implementation strategies.

Self-Service & Automation

Develop and maintain self-service tooling for internal engineering teams.
Drive automation initiatives to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
Provide technical expertise related to containerization, pipelines, and cloud-native workflows.

What You Bring

Proven success designing, building, and supporting cloud-native platforms using AWS or other major cloud providers.
Hands-on experience with GitHub, including using the GitHub API for reporting, automation, and managing pull requests.
Strong background in building, testing, and deploying container images in scalable environments.
Proficiency in Python, Java, Bash, or Groovy for automation and tooling.
Strong working knowledge of AWS services, including deployments on Kubernetes, ECS, and EC2.
Deep understanding of certificates, keystores, and networking required to enable secure system-to-system communication.

Who Thrives Here

Technologists passionate about cloud automation, platform engineering, and making developers' lives easier
Individuals who naturally take initiative and enjoy refining and improving technical processes
Engineers who bring both hands-on skills and the ability to influence technical direction

About the Company

W3Global is a leading provider of end-to-end consulting services, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic goals and optimize their operations. With over 15 years of experience, we have a proven track record of delivering innovative and effective solutions across a wide range of industries. Our Mission At W3Global, we are committed to helping businesses of all sizes achieve their full potential. We believe that by combining our deep industry expertise with our innovative approach, we can deliver exceptional results... Know more