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ClearBank • London Office - Hybrid
ClearBank is hiring a Senior Platform Engineer to join their Observability team. You'll assess, design, and roll out monitoring and alerting tools while collaborating with product and tech stakeholders. This role requires expertise in cloud technologies and observability tools.
You have 5+ years of experience in platform engineering, with a strong focus on observability and monitoring tools. Your background includes working with cloud infrastructure and you are well-versed in deploying and managing applications in a hybrid environment. You thrive in collaborative settings, engaging with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve system reliability.
Your expertise in AWS and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes allows you to design scalable and efficient systems. You have a solid understanding of observability practices, including monitoring, alerting, and logging, and you are passionate about enhancing system performance and user experience.
You are a proactive problem solver who enjoys tackling complex challenges and implementing solutions that drive operational excellence. Your communication skills enable you to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration.
Experience with Grafana and Prometheus is a plus, as you will be responsible for setting up and maintaining monitoring dashboards and alerting systems. Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools will also be beneficial as you work to streamline deployment processes and improve system reliability.
As a Senior Platform Engineer at ClearBank, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the observability strategy for the organization. You will assess existing monitoring tools and processes, identifying areas for improvement and consolidation. Your work will involve designing and implementing robust monitoring and alerting systems that provide real-time insights into system performance and reliability.
You will collaborate closely with product and tech teams to understand their needs and ensure that observability solutions align with business objectives. This includes researching and testing new tools and technologies to enhance the observability stack and improve overall system health.
In this role, you will also be responsible for documenting processes and best practices, ensuring that knowledge is shared across the team. You will mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and support as they develop their skills in observability and platform engineering.
Your contributions will directly impact ClearBank's ability to deliver innovative banking solutions to clients, as you help build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
ClearBank offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive and grow your career. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team that values collaboration and innovation. We provide flexible working arrangements, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional development. Join us at ClearBank and be part of a team that is transforming the banking industry through technology and innovation.
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