About this role
Job DescriptionWhat keeps the services behind a security company online, day after day, with almost no downtime? At ID-ware, it is the Platform Engineering team. They build and look after the cloud systems that colleagues and clients rely on every day. As Senior Platform Engineer, you will lead the design, build and upkeep of our infrastructure on AWS and Azure using Terraform. You will keep it secure, reliable and scalable, and you will own solution architecture. You will work closely with the Platform team.
What you will do
Lead the design, build and maintenance of ID-ware and client infrastructure in the cloud, managed in TerraformKeep AWS and Azure infrastructure secure, reliable and scalableWork with the Platform team to find and fix infrastructure issues at the root causeOwn solution architecture and respond to requests from colleagues who may have limited technical knowledgeSupport internal operations in Azure and Entra, and customer-facing applications that run mostly on AWSTake part in the on-call rotation for infrastructure that supports customer-facing applicationsSupport internal security audits and client assessmentsAct on client feedback passed on by project managers, and contribute to new projects as directed by the Platform team managerProvide guidance and best practices for using cloud services What success looks like All AWS and Azure infrastructure is managed in Terraform, and is secure, stable and scalableIncidents are resolved quickly at the root cause, and on-call work is handled reliablySecurity audits and client assessments pass without major findingsThe Platform team works to clear, consistent standards that you set and shareProject managers and colleagues see you as a credible technical partner
Your profileExperience and education
Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience5+ years of experience in a similar roleFluent English Technical skillsExperience designing solution architecture for cloud platformsExpert proficiency in Terraform, including using and implementing itStrong understanding of AWS and Azure services, and comfort working in bothExpert knowledge of Linux and Unix systemsExpert knowledge of identity and access management systemsExperience with cloud security best practicesKnowledge of how to make a product operationally readyExpert knowledge in troubleshooting and diagnosing platform issuesKnowledge of databases Ways of working
Clear and effective communicator, including with colleagues at all levels of the organisationProactive and self-motivated, and comfortable pushing objectives forwardCollaborative approach when working with the Platform team and project managersSecurity-conscious approach to designPatient and clear when explaining technical choices to colleagues with limited technical knowledge Nice to have AWS certification, for example AWS Solutions Architect or AWS DevOps EngineerExperience developing APIs using Node.js or PythonExperience with Github Enterprise and Github ActionsWorking Knowledge of Jira Atlassian Knowledge of SQL ServerDutch language skills
What do we offer?You will join a growing, international company that is shaping the future of PIAM solutions, where Platform Engineering plays a key role in keeping the cloud infrastructure behind our services secure, reliable and available. At ID-ware you can expect a collaborative environment with room to learn from experienced colleagues, expand your responsibilities over time, and build a strong track record as a Senior Platform Engineer. What we offer in the Netherlands
Being part of a fast-growing, international organization.Working in an open, supportive and inclusive environment.Opportunity to grow and develop with the company.28 Holiday days.Pension from day one.Fietsplan: an opportunity to lease a bike through salary conversion.
What is our hiring process?
Recruiter screen Second interview with members of the Platform team (technical interview)Final interview in person with the hiring manager (technical) with a business case