Senior Platform Engineer

Senior Platform Engineer Join to apply for the Senior Platform Engineer role at Plenti. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Platform Engineer to join our Developer Enablement stream. This pivotal role is responsible for driving the strategic evolution of our internal development platform, transitioning the team from a reactive support model to a proactive, embedded partnership with our engineering organization. You will champion a "platform-as-a-product" philosophy, with internal engineers as your primary customers, and work to eliminate friction within the software development lifecycle (SDLC), enhancing developer productivity, satisfaction, and overall engineering velocity. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance sophisticated CI/CD processes, developer self‑service tooling, and automated workflows to optimize the end‑to‑end developer experience. Conduct research and development into emerging patterns and best practices, providing technical leadership and direction for the team's initiatives. Serve as a subject‑matter expert on the internal platform, offering strategic consultation, guidance, and high‑level support to engineering teams. Mentor and guide other engineers, serving as an escalation point for complex technical challenges and contributing to the team's collective skill development. Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across the technology organization to architect and implement robust, scalable solutions that meet current and future needs. Actively engage with development teams and participate in their ceremonies to proactively identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement within the SDLC. About You A demonstrated track record of leading and successfully delivering complex technical projects within a platform engineering capacity. Extensive, hands‑on experience designing, building, and enhancing CI/CD pipelines and automated tooling to improve the developer experience. Proficiency in one or more common programming and scripting languages (Python preferred). Strong, practical experience with major cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and IaC tools such as Terraform. In‑depth understanding of the SDLC and GitOps methodologies. Exceptional problem‑solving and analytical skills with a proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers. Preferred Experience Familiarity with agentic tooling and Kubernetes, a significant plus. A software engineering background and proficiency in .NET coding. Core Competencies Ability to forecast future technical needs for developers and align platform initiatives with overarching business objectives. Ability to architect solutions independently while actively seeking and integrating collaborative feedback from peers and stakeholders. A strong commitment to treating internal engineering teams as valued customers and prioritizing their success. Reporting Line The Senior Platform Engineer reports to the Engineering Manager, Cloud Platforms. What's Life Like at Plenti? Working at Plenti means joining a high‑performing, diverse, customer‑focused, and collaborative team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, enjoy flexible working, and benefit from ongoing learning and development programs. We also host monthly social events, provide office snacks, town halls, and D&I initiatives to help you connect with colleagues. Plenti is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disabilities. If you need reasonable adjustments during the interview process, let us know. Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Engineering and Information Technology. Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Annual salary: A$90,000.00–A$120,000.00. #J-18808-Ljbffr