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Platform Engineer II-2

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Mastercard

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You should have AWS Landing Zone knowledge, scripting skills in Python or Bash, cloud computing understanding, container tech experience, and familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools.
  • You will develop and maintain technologies, support AWS implementations, resolve moderate issues, assist with compliance, manage small projects, and share process improvement ideas.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of AWS Landing Zones: Control Tower, AWS Organizations, SCPs, IAM, AWS Config, VPCs, Networking, Transit gateway SecurityHub, AWS SSO
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and familiarity with AWS platforms is preferred.
  • Strong interest in learning and pursuing a career in cloud engineering, with a passion for technology and innovation.
  • Gains experience supporting technology initiatives within own domain
  • Gains experience collaborating with internal partners to troubleshoot operational and engineering activities
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Gains experience supporting process improvement efforts including automation and/or cloud delivery
  • Participates in business resource groups and global technical communities of practice (e.g., Tech Leadership Network)
  • Hands-on experience in applying or enabling containers and container orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS EKS etc.)
  • Hands-on experience in applying or enabling the use of observability technologies like Dynatrace, ELK stack or Prometheus.
  • Hands-on experience in applying or working with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, CloudFormation
  • Working knowledge of HashiCorp configuration management products such as Packer, Vault.
  • Hands-on experience of automation and scripting using tools such as Python, Groovy and Ruby.
  • Exposure to iterative/agile development methodologies and experience of enabling team delivery through technology (Confluence, JIRA, Nexus, GitHub, Bitbucket, Jenkins etc.)
  • Exposure to latest AWS networking standards and new technologies such as AWS Transit Gateways, WAF's, VPN's and proxies

Responsibilities

  • Develops, builds, maintains and tests assigned technologies, including associated software and hardware
  • Resolves problems of moderate scopes as they arise, and provides high-level technical assistance to development programmers and customers to ensure proper performances
  • Assists in implementation, supports configuration, and ensures standards, process, and procedures are in place for cloud environments (AWS) environments
  • Supports compliance posture which includes escalating potential concerns, and implementing both risk mitigation plans and control functions in AWS
  • Drafts and reviews status reports and performs implementation and troubleshooting activities, updating project plans as required
  • Supports business and process improvement initiatives, proactively sharing ideas that may impact team performance
  • May manage smaller project/initiatives as an experienced individual contributor with specialized knowledge within assigned discipline

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Platform Engineer II-2 role?

The purpose of the Platform Engineer II-2 role is to focus on the build, implementation, and support of Mastercard ONE platforms and AWS cloud environments, ensuring service levels, availability targets, and operational excellence are met.

What is expected in terms of service focus for this role?

The role requires a strong focus on service to ensure that all SLA's and availability targets are met, with an emphasis on improving efficiency, agility, performance, and operational excellence.

What types of technologies will a Platform Engineer II-2 work with?

A Platform Engineer II-2 will work with technologies including AWS Landing Zones, various programming languages (such as Python and PowerShell), and will also handle container orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

Are there specific compliance responsibilities associated with this position?

Yes, the role includes supporting compliance posture, escalating potential concerns, and implementing risk mitigation plans and controls in AWS environments.

What programming languages are beneficial for this role?

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash is considered beneficial for this role, along with experience in automation scripting.

Will training be provided for security responsibilities?

Yes, all employees must complete periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Is there an opportunity to manage projects or initiatives in this role?

Yes, the Platform Engineer II-2 may manage smaller projects or initiatives as an experienced individual contributor with specialized knowledge.

What skills are necessary to excel in this position?

Excellent problem-solving skills, teamwork capabilities, experience in cloud computing concepts, and a strong interest in technology and innovation are necessary to excel in this position.

Is there an opportunity for growth within the company?

Yes, there is a strong emphasis on process improvement initiatives, and participation in business resource groups and global technical communities is encouraged.

What tools might a Platform Engineer II-2 use in their work?

The role may involve using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Dynatrace, ELK stack, Prometheus, and CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub, and Bitbucket.

Mastercard

Connecting Everyone to Priceless Possibilities

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10,001+
Employees
1966
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Mission & Purpose

Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.