Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Platform Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in monitoring and telemetry platforms with a deep understanding of observability tools and practices. This role requires hands-on experience with OpenTelemetry Prometheus and Splunk Core ITSI Observability as well as the ability to engage with vendors and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities-
Technical Proficiency- Demonstrate a strong understanding of observability tools and practices with a primary focus on Splunk Core ITSI Observability along with knowledge of ThousandEyes AppDynamics OpenTelemetry and Python.Data Management- Manage and interpret large volumes of telemetry data correlating multiple data sources. Perform hands-on ETL processes including extracting data via REST transforming it and using it for decision-making or feeding other platforms.Problem-Solving Skills- Diagnose and resolve monitoring performance and technical issues effectively.Communication Skills- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Research new topics and technologies understand the companys landscape propose technical solutions and introduce new capabilities with associated technical documentation such as SOPs and roadmaps.Curiosity and Continuous Learning- Exhibit a strong desire to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.Collaboration- Work closely with development operations and security teams to ensure comprehensive observability across the companys landscape.Attention to Detail- Maintain meticulous attention to detail in monitoring system instrumentation meaningful alerting documentation and knowledge sharing transfer.Automation Skills- Automate observability processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention. Develop Ansible playbooks Terraform configurations and Python scripts.
Qualifications
Proven experience as a telemetry engineer or in a similar role.
Strong understanding of observability tools and practices.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage and interpret large volumes of data.
Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages such as Ansible Terraform and Python.
A strong desire for continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies.
Certifications Required
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Splunk Certified Architect Python Institute PCPP
