Senior Platform Engineer

Summary

Join Allwyn Lottery Solutions, a leading multinational lottery operator, as a Platform Engineer. You will lead complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and automate processes to streamline deployment and management of our on-premise and cloud-based gaming infrastructure. Collaborate with development and operations teams, ensuring smooth integration and facilitating DevOps practices. Monitor platform performance, ensure security and compliance, and troubleshoot issues. This role requires proficiency in at least one programming language, expert Linux knowledge, networking expertise, and experience with Kubernetes and IaC tools. A university degree and 6-10 years of relevant experience are also necessary. Allwyn offers a competitive salary, bonus plan, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Demonstrate proficiency in at least one programming language
• Possess expert knowledge and a deep understanding of Linux operating systems, demonstrating the ability to effectively manage and optimise system configurations, security, and performance
• A solid grasp of networking fundamentals is crucial, encompassing a comprehensive understanding of protocols like TCP, as well as expertise in working with firewalls and load-balancing technologies. The candidate should be capable of implementing and troubleshooting networking solutions to ensure reliable and efficient communication between different components of the platform
• Experience with container orchestration platforms, notably Kubernetes. The candidate should be adept at deploying, scaling, and managing containerized applications using Kubernetes
• University-level degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
• 6-10 years of experience in roles such as Systems Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Software Engineer, or Operations & Support Engineer
• Excellent oral and written communication & interpersonal skills
• Excellent command of the English language
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve issues related to platform infrastructure and software deployments. Familiarity with debugging tools and techniques
• Passion for continuous learning and keeping up with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in the platform engineering space
• Effective collaboration skills to work with engineering and operations teams
• Ability to manage priorities, work on multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver results within given timelines
• Organise and prioritise work effectively, able to adjust in a changing environment
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback in a positive/professional manner

Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of complex projects and be responsible for the entire lifecycle of our systems, this includes design, architecture, implementation, testing and deployment
• Onboard, proactively mentor and provide guidance to less experienced Engineers
• Automate processes and develop tooling to streamline the deployment, monitoring, and management of our on-premise and cloud based gaming infrastructure
• Collaborate closely with development and operations teams, ensuring smooth integration between software development and infrastructure management processes
• Facilitate the adoption of DevOps practices, such as continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and automation to accelerate software delivery
• Monitor and optimise our platform's performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements
• Ensure the security and compliance of the platform, implementing necessary safeguards and access controls
• Troubleshooting and Support; investigate and troubleshoot problems related to the platform infrastructure. Work closely with operations and engineering teams to resolve issues and ensure the stability and availability of the platform
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing; document the platform architecture, configurations, and procedures to maintain a comprehensive knowledge base. Share expertise with internal teams and contribute to the growth of the organisation's technical knowledge
• Be part of the team's on-call rota

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CircleCI, or TravisCI. This includes setting up and configuring automated build, test, and deployment pipelines
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, including Ansible and Terraform, is desirable. The candidate should be skilled in writing infrastructure code to provision and manage cloud (AWS) and on-premise resources (VMWare), enabling reproducible and scalable infrastructure deployments
• Preferred languages include Golang and Python

Benefits

• Attractive salary and a bonus plan
• Health and life insurance for you and your family
• Well-being allowance
• Monthly lunch allowance
• Developmental 360° feedback framework
• Unlimited Training options and tools
• Extensive leave plan
• Employee Assistance Program with specialised Counsellors / Licensed Psychologists
• Enjoyable and stable working environment
• Flexible working arrangements (fully remote/hybrid)
• Modern workspace environment
• Apple equipment and top-notch office technology to support our hybrid working