Senior Platform Engineer

Vix Technology

Senior Platform Engineer at Vix Technology designing, building, and maintaining scalable infrastructure. Leading CI/CD pipelines and collaborating in Agile teams while ensuring software quality and compliance.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeManchester • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and maintaining scalable AWS-based infrastructure, with a strong focus on CI/CD pipelines and security-conscious development practices. Proven ability to mentor software engineers and promote continuous learning within a collaborative Agile environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AWS Cloud ExpertiseCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentAdvanced Programming Skills (Python, TypeScript, Shell)System Architecture and DesignDevOps Proficiency

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Hard Skills

AWS ServicesCloudformationCDKTerraformLinux Platform SolutionsAutomated TestingUnit TestingIntegration TestingInfrastructure AutomationSystems Analysis

Soft Skills

Time ManagementClear CommunicationCritical ThinkingProactive Problem-SolvingMentoring Capability

Tools & Technologies

Vix SystemsAgile MethodologiesContinuous IntegrationDeployment OrchestrationInfrastructure Documentation

Industry Keywords

Software DevelopmentDevOpsSecurity StandardsBest Practices ComplianceScalable Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudLinuxPythonTerraformTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain scalable infrastructure and deployment pipelines.
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable delivery.
Develop AWS-based infrastructure using Cloudformation, CDK and Terraform.
Create secure, scalable Linux platform solutions.
Collaborate with developers to improve deployment and monitoring.
Automate infrastructure and operational tasks.
Maintain infrastructure documentation and ensure compliance with best practices.
Ensure software quality through peer reviews and continuous integration.
Collaborate in Agile ceremonies and break down work items.
Support deployment, integration, testing, and configuration of Vix systems.
Proactively manage risks and ensure timely delivery of projects.
Conduct systems analysis and recommend improvements.
Troubleshoot and resolve incidents to ensure reliability.
Act as a technical mentor to software engineers and support for professional development.
Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
Model Vix’s engineering standards and team values.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years experience in software development, including at least 3 years in a senior or lead platform role.
Demonstrated advanced programming skills in one or more core languages (Python, TypeScript, Shell), including relevant frameworks.
System architecture and design experience, with the ability to build scalable, modular, and maintainable solutions.
Cloud expertise, particularly in AWS services, deployment, and orchestration.
DevOps and CI/CD proficiency, including automated build, test, integration, and deployment pipelines.
Strong testing focus, with experience in unit, integration, and automated testing practices.
Security-conscious development, applying secure coding standards and data protection principles.
Time management skills.
Desire to be involved in all aspects of product development.
Positive team player with flexibility in work tasks.
Desire to learn new technologies and skills.
Decision-making ability and responsibility.
Responsiveness to new initiatives and directions.
Strong critical thinking and proactive problem-solving skills
Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal
Composed and resilient under pressure
Supportive team player with mentoring capability
Committed to continuous learning and professional growth
Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and reliability
Organised with effective time management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

A supportive culture with great on-site offices
A focus on learning and development
A great collaborative team culture