Senior Platform/ DevOps Engineer

We are At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,700, and has 57offices in 22 countries within key global markets. Our challenge We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Platform / DevOps Engineer to design, build, automate, and support modern cloud-native platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, CI/CD automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and platform engineering. The role requires close collaboration with development, security, and operations teams to improve application reliability, scalability, and deployment efficiency. Additional Information* The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $90k - $95k/year & benefits (see below). The Role Responsibilities: Design, implement, and maintain highly available cloud infrastructure and platform services.Build and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate application deployments and releases.Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools.Deploy, manage, and optimize Kubernetes clusters and containerized workloads.Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for platform reliability and observability.Automate operational processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.Collaborate with development teams to improve application deployment, scalability, and performance.Ensure platform security, compliance, and governance standards are met.Troubleshoot complex production issues and perform root cause analysis. Requirements: 8+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), or Infrastructure Engineering.Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).Expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration technologies.Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps, or Bamboo.Strong experience with Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, or Pulumi.Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Bash, PowerShell, or Go.Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, Datadog, or New Relic.Strong knowledge of Linux administration and networking fundamentals.Experience implementing DevSecOps and security best practices. Preferred, but not required: Experience with service mesh technologies such as Istio or Linkerd.Knowledge of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles and practices.Experience with cloud security, IAM, and compliance frameworks.Exposure to API gateways, microservices, and event-driven architectures.Experience with Kubernetes platforms such as EKS, AKS, or GKE.Knowledge of FinOps and cloud cost optimization strategies. We offer: A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.A multinational organization with 57 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).Maternity & paternity leave plans.A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).Retirement savings plans.A higher education certification policy.Commuter benefits (varies by region).Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.A flat and approachable organization.A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.