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Senior Data Services Platform Engineer

Leading provider of expertise and managed services across major public and private cloud technologies.
Data
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Senior Data Services Platform Engineer

Rackspace Technology, a leading provider of managed cloud services, is seeking a Senior Data Services Platform Engineer to join their Professional Services Team. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing cloud data services platforms across private cloud environments. The position requires expertise in container-native storage solutions, Kubernetes, and database management at scale.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining enterprise-grade data services platforms, with a particular focus on Portworx Data Services (PDS). Key responsibilities include monitoring platform health, implementing disaster recovery strategies, and ensuring high availability of data services. The role requires deep technical knowledge in various database technologies, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, and Kafka.

The position demands strong skills in automation and Infrastructure as Code, using tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Helm. The engineer will be responsible for implementing security best practices, managing Kubernetes clusters, and participating in on-call rotations for critical support. With a requirement of 5+ years of experience in platform engineering or DevOps, this role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a company known for its "Fanatical Experience™" approach to customer service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to work with enterprise-scale data platforms and make a significant impact in a company that values technical expertise and customer service excellence. The role offers exposure to various modern technologies and the chance to work on complex, large-scale data infrastructure challenges.

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Responsibilities For Senior Data Services Platform Engineer

  • Design, build, and manage enterprise data services platforms and infrastructure, preferably Portworx Data Services (PDS)
  • Monitor platform health, performance metrics, and capacity planning across multiple data technologies
  • Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and high availability strategies
  • Troubleshoot complex platform issues and coordinate resolution efforts
  • Ensure high uptime and meet established SLA requirements for data services
  • Implement data security best practices, access controls, and compliance requirements
  • Manage data service lifecycle including upgrades, patches, and migrations
  • Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Helm
  • Develop automation scripts for routine operations, deployments, and maintenance tasks
  • Manage Kubernetes clusters and container orchestration for data workloads
  • Participate in on-call rotation for critical platform support

Requirements For Senior Data Services Platform Engineer

Kubernetes
Python
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
MySQL
Redis
Kafka
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or data infrastructure administration
  • 3+ years of experience with container-native storage solutions (Portworx preferred)
  • Experience managing production data services environments at scale
  • Solid experience with Linux-based Operating Systems and Windows Server administration
  • Strong expertise in Kubernetes administration and container orchestration
  • Proficiency with data service administration across multiple technologies
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) for automation
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm)
  • Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools

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