About the role

We are looking for a Lead Platform Engineer to drive the architecture, evolution, and operational excellence of a large-scale cloud-native platform on AWS. You will design and build core platform capabilities using Kubernetes, Terraform, and a deep AWS services stack, including EKS, ECS, Lambda, and VPC, while owning platform reliability, scalability, and developer experience across multiple product engineering teams. The role combines hands-on technical leadership with mentoring, architectural governance, and continuous platform improvement. This is an on-site position based in Chennai, India.

What you will do

  • Design, develop, and evolve cloud platform capabilities following engineering best practices while leveraging AI-assisted development tools where appropriate;
  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable, resilient, and maintainable platform services;
  • Prototype and validate architectural solutions to establish a solid technical foundation for future platform development;
  • Own the long-term evolution of the platform, ensuring consistency, scalability, operational excellence, and an outstanding developer experience;
  • Own the technical health of the platform, including reliability, scalability, performance, quality, and engineering velocity;
  • Perform code reviews focused on architecture, maintainability, security, and implementation quality;
  • Drive continuous improvements through refactoring, performance optimization, and technical debt reduction;
  • Mentor software engineers by promoting engineering best practices, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing;
  • Identify technical bottlenecks and lead initiatives that improve engineering effectiveness and developer productivity;
  • Partner with product and engineering stakeholders to evaluate technical opportunities, trade-offs, and implementation constraints;
  • Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies, cloud services, and engineering practices that strengthen the platform;
  • Communicate technical designs through documentation, architecture diagrams, design reviews, and technical discussions;
  • Contribute to technical documentation and long-term engineering knowledge sharing.

Must haves

  • 12+ years of professional software engineering experience, including significant technical leadership experience;
  • Strong hands-on experience designing, building, and operating AWS-based production platforms;
  • Experience designing platform capabilities that improve developer productivity and developer experience;
  • Deep expertise with AWS services, including EC2, Auto Scaling, EKS, ECS, Lambda, VPC, ALB, NLB, Route 53, PrivateLink, EBS, EFS, S3, IAM, KMS, and Secrets Manager;
  • Strong production experience with Kubernetes;
  • Strong experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or equivalent technologies;
  • Experience implementing logging, monitoring, and observability solutions using CloudWatch, CloudTrail, or similar tools;
  • Experience analyzing, optimizing, and managing AWS infrastructure costs;
  • Strong programming experience with Java, Python, or Go;
  • Strong understanding of Distributed Systems, cloud networking, scalability, and highly available architectures;
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across distributed engineering teams;
  • Upper-intermediate English level.

Nice to haves

  • Experience building internal platform services or developer platforms;
  • Experience with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks;
  • Experience improving developer experience through platform automation and self-service tooling;
  • Experience leading architectural initiatives spanning multiple engineering teams;
  • Experience implementing AI-assisted software development practices;
  • Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines;
  • Experience with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles;
  • Experience contributing to technical documentation, architecture standards, and engineering knowledge bases.

Perks

  • Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
  • Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
  • Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
  • Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
  • Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
  • Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location

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Submit a short application form.

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Pass a 30’- 60’ test.

3

Record a short video

Introduce yourself on video to fast-track your application process.

4

Meet our team

Once you pass the video review, grab a spot on our calendar for a technical interview.

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FAQ

Have any questions?

What is the work format and schedule?

We are a remote-first company, so all our positions are remote. Schedules are flexible, but the main requirement is to have an overlap with your client’s schedule to ensure smooth collaboration. Specific details depend on the project and are discussed during the interview process.

What level of English is required?

We look for Upper-Intermediate (B2) proficiency or higher. Since you will be collaborating with international teams and global clients (including Fortune 500 companies), English is a part of your daily work.

Does AgileEngine provide work equipment?

It depends on your location. We provide equipment in Ukraine, Poland, Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, Guatemala, Portugal, Spain, and India. In the USA, equipment is usually provided by the client; otherwise, you will be expected to use your own setup.

What opportunities for professional growth do you offer?

We support continuous growth through personalized development paths tailored to each expert. Also, you can expect:

  • An annual learning and development budget
  • Internal workshops, tech talks, and mentorship programs
  • Opportunities to switch projects or grow into new roles over time

What does a typical team look like, and what tools do you use?

Teams vary by project, but you’ll usually work with a mix of experts across different fields, along with a delivery or project manager who supports collaboration and onboarding.

For day-to-day work, teams commonly use tools like Jira and Google Workspace, along with communication platforms such as Google Chat. Depending on the client, you may also work with Slack, Confluence, Notion, or similar tools.

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