Join our Platform Engineering team — a group dedicated to advancing tools, automation, and security practices that support the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). As a Platform Engineer, you’ll develop skills across development tooling, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and test automation.
This role offers a unique opportunity to learn from experienced engineers, gain hands-on experience with modern cloud and automation technologies, and make meaningful contributions to projects that enhance our development ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:
- Development Tooling: Help design, build, and maintain internal tools that streamline development workflows and improve productivity.
- DevSecOps: Assist in integrating security into our development and operations pipelines by learning to automate security testing and compliance processes.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Support infrastructure automation efforts using IaC tools to manage provisioning, configuration, and security standards.
- Cloud CI/CD Pipelines: Contribute to the implementation and management of automated build and deployment pipelines for cloud applications.
- Test Automation: Work with test automation frameworks integrated into CI/CD pipelines to improve code quality and deployment confidence.
- Collaboration & Support: Partner with development teams to understand their needs, troubleshoot issues, and deliver practical, scalable solutions.
- Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Document processes, tools, and best practices to promote team-wide knowledge sharing and consistency.
Qualifications:
- Programming Foundations: Familiarity with languages like Python, Java, or Bash, with a willingness to grow your software development skills.
- Cloud & Automation Exposure: Some experience or coursework related to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker), or automation frameworks.
- Version Control: Basic understanding of Git or similar version control systems.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
- Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with an eagerness to learn from others.
- Growth Mindset: Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new technologies and platform engineering practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CI/CD Tools: Familiarity with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or similar tools.
- Security Awareness: Basic understanding of DevSecOps concepts or security best practices.
- Monitoring & Observerability: Exposure to monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus or Grafana.
Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, or a related STEM field (e.g., Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering).
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. InterSystems is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
About InterSystems
InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit InterSystems.com.
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