Software & Platform Engineer

DIRECT HIRE ROLE LOCAL TO HOUSTON, TX.

Software & Platform Engineer

This role is a highly skilled Software & Platform Engineer responsible for designing, building, and maintaining a core Data & Machine Learning platform. The position plays a crucial role in developing new capabilities, ensuring security and compliance, and enhancing the platform to meet evolving user needs. The ideal candidate is a strong software engineer with a passion for automation, data, and building resilient, scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Platform Development: Design and implement new features for an AWS and Databricks-based platform, staying current with industry trends and advancements in AI.

• Core Component Implementation: Test and integrate central platform components that support the technology stack and serve multiple users across the organization.

• Collaboration: Partner with other engineering teams to identify and deliver platform enhancements that solve specific business problems.

• Maintain Excellence: Uphold strict security protocols, compliance controls, and architectural principles in all aspects of work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering.

• Proven track record of designing and building complex, multi-tenant systems.

• Deep understanding of modern software engineering principles, platform engineering, and cloud-native design patterns (especially AWS). Experience with microservices architecture is a plus.

• Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines (preferably with GitHub Actions) and strong command of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, YAML).

• Primary Tech Stack Expertise:

  • Databricks: In-depth knowledge of data lakes and data warehouse architecture.

  • AWS: Comprehensive knowledge of native data services and cloud architecture.

  • Python: Advanced object-oriented programming skills.

  • Terraform: Advanced knowledge and extensive experience in building Infrastructure as Code systems.

• Operational experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools and best practices.

• Proficiency with source control tools such as GitHub.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strong drive for engineering excellence.

• Mindset geared toward automation over manual processes.

• Confidence to challenge ideas constructively and ask insightful questions.

• Eagerness to learn new technologies and continuously improve skills.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

The role involves analyzing and interpreting data, communicating, and remaining in a stationary position for significant periods. Frequent use of computers and office devices is required. The position also involves moving around the office and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% travel may be required to other sites, including out-of-state locations, for business purposes.