Lead Platform Engineer - Engineering Tools & Productivity

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Lead Platform Engineer - Engineering Tools & Productivity for direct placement assignment with one of our premier Insurance clients in New York, NY or Bethlehem, PA. Hybrid schedule 3x weekly onsite

Responsibilities :

• GitHub: Design and optimize GitHub, workflows, and integrations to enhance developer productivity and collaboration.
• Developer Experience: Improve the overall developer experience by streamlining development workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and providing robust development tools and environments.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure fast, reliable, and secure software delivery.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage infrastructure using IaC tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar, ensuring infrastructure is scalable, maintainable, and secure.
• Internal Development Platforms: Build and maintain internal development platforms that support the entire software development lifecycle, from code commit to production deployment.
• Apply strong software development skills to develop and maintain tools, scripts, and applications that support platform engineering efforts.
• Collaboration and Support: Partner with development teams to comprehend their needs, offer technical assistance, and ensure standard processes are upheld.
• Monitoring and Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize platform performance, reliability, and security.

Required Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of Developer Experience, Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Deployment (CD), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Internal Development Solutions, and skilled software development expertise
• Substantial familiarity with GitHub
• Experience: Proven experience as a Platform Engineer or similar role, with a strong focus on delivery excellence.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in GitHub, CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI), IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation), and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Software Development: Solid expertise in Python, Java, or similar programming languages.
• Developer Experience: Strong understanding of developer workflows and experience in improving developer productivity and satisfaction.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Communication: Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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