Platform Engineer - Testing Platform

Responsibilities

• Design and develop core components of an on-premise testing platform, including device management, automated test execution, and results processing.
• Implement scalable services that support diverse device types, architectures, and environments, ensuring reliability, availability, and security.
• Deploy, manage, and optimise virtualisation infrastructure (e.g., VMware, Proxmox, Nutanix Virtualisation) to support elastic testing workloads.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Network Engineering, Security, Software Engineering) to integrate platform services into the wider ecosystem.
• Contribute to technical documentation, such as design specifications, architecture diagrams, and operational guides.
• Support system monitoring, troubleshooting, and platform improvements to enhance performance and user experience.

Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)

• Background in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Foundational knowledge of virtualisation technologies such as VMWare, Proxmox, and Nutanix is required; hands-on experience is a plus.
• Proficient in at least one scripting or programming language (preferably Python), and familiarity with automation or Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) is a plus.
• Understanding of basic software testing concepts (functional, regression, performance).
• Strong problem-solving skills with an eagerness to design, build, and improve systems.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in platform, DevOps, or distributed systems projects, gained through real-world work, school projects, internships, or personal creations that showcase your passion.