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Cloud Engineer

Happeo

Happeo

Software Engineering
Helsinki, Finland
Posted 6+ months ago

Who we are

We’re Happeo — a team of passionate problem-solvers, working hard to build the best next-gen intranet out there. Spread across (home) offices, generations, and time zones, we’re on a mission to help organizations grow in extraordinary ways.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Platform Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in building and maintaining our secure and scalable Kubernetes platform. You will possess a strong understanding of both DevSecOps principles and Kubernetes architecture, enabling you to seamlessly integrate security best practices throughout the platform's lifecycle. Our main goal as a team is to enable the whole engineering organization while serving our customers with high reliability. Our day to day tasks are quite varying and touch areas like defining best practices, advising the engineering teams on the possibilities that the cloud offers or creating examples and implementation models to reduce their cognitive load. To get even more balance, we want a new Happster who has a clear interest in Kubernetes, as well as experience in Google Cloud Platform.

What you will be doing

  • Developing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, security control and policies

  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for efficient and secure application deployments.

  • Develop and integrate monitoring and logging solutions for proactive issue identification and resolution.

  • Implement continuous optimization strategies to enhance platform performance and efficiency.

  • Integrate security best practices throughout the platform lifecycle, from infrastructure to applications and data.

  • Collaborate with developers to foster a culture of security throughout the software development lifecycle.

  • Proactively troubleshoot and resolve Kubernetes issues, ensuring optimal cluster health and performance.

What you bring

  • Proven experience in DevOps principles and practices.

  • Strong understanding of DevSecOps concepts and approaches to integrate security into platform development.

  • Knowledge in Kubernetes architecture, components, and functionalities.

  • Experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS or Azure) and familiarity with relevant services.

  • Proficiency in scripting languages for automation tasks.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams.

  • Passion for learning and continuous improvement, eager to stay ahead of the curve.

Bonus points:

  • Experience with security frameworks and standards (OWASP, CIS Controls).

  • Exposure to network security and best practices.

  • Relevant Google Cloud Professional or Kubernetes certifications.

What we offer

  • Permanent contract

  • Flexible working hours/location. We do not offer a fully remote position but are very flexible in how you fill in your week

  • Healthcare plan

  • 25 days of paid time off annually

  • Paid parental leave

  • A yearly budget that can be used for lunch, sport/culture, and public transportation

  • Phone subscription

  • Happeo Options plan

Come as you are

At Happeo, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where every individual, regardless of their background, identity, or perspective, feels valued and appreciated. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion extends beyond mere words, and we wholeheartedly encourage candidates from all walks of life to join us in our mission. We recognize that true strength lies in the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to our team. Join us, and let's build a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable future together.