Senior Platform Engineer - Flutter UKI, Hybrid&Remote
About Betfair Romania Development:
Betfair Romania Development is the largest technology hub of Flutter Entertainment, with over 2,000 people powering the world’s leading sports betting and iGaming brands. Exciting, immersive and safe experiences are delivered to over 18 million customers worldwide, from our office in Cluj-Napoca. Driven by relentless innovation and commitment to excellence, we operate our own unbeatable portfolio of diverse proprietary brands such as FanDuel, PokerStars, SportsBet, Betfair, Paddy Power, or Sky Betting & Gaming.
Our Values:
The values we share at Betfair Romania Development define what makes us unique as a team. They empower us by giving meaning to our contributions, and they ensure that we consistently strive for excellence in everything we do. We are looking for passionate individuals who align with our values and are committed to making a difference.
Win together | Raise the bar | Got your back | Own it | Positive impact
About Flutter UKI:
Flutter UK & Ireland are the UKI region of Flutter Entertainment. They unite a dozen brands, including powerhouses Paddy Power, Betfair, Tombola and Sky Betting & Gaming, bringing together hundreds of teams and thousands of colleagues, who create trusted entertainment for millions of customers every week.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to join our Platform Capabilities team within the UK & Ireland Infrastructure Tribe. This role is strategically vital for evolving our internal next-generation infrastructure, focusing on cloud-native technologies, platform scalability, and automation excellence.
As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimising infrastructure automation, contributing directly to the scalability, reliability, and security of our systems. You’ll also be expected to bring a leadership mindset—guiding team members, mentoring junior engineers, and helping to shape the future of our platform strategy.
This is a hands-on engineering role that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, influence the company’s technology direction, and contribute to high-profile initiatives, ensuring the continuous improvement of platform capabilities.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- Platform Design & Development:
- Design, develop, and support cloud-native infrastructure and Kubernetes-based automation using Golang and related technologies.
- Lead the creation and optimisation of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins (Groovy) and Terraform, enabling smooth deployments and operational consistency.
- Architect scalable and resilient platforms on AWS, leveraging CDK for infrastructure as code.
- Infrastructure Automation & Scalability:
- Drive automation strategies that reduce manual processes and promote self-service across engineering teams.
- Lead initiatives for improving observability using tools like OpenTelemetry, ensuring proactive monitoring and issue detection.
- Optimise platform scalability, security, and performance while aligning with cost-efficiency best practices.
- Security & Compliance:
- Maintain platform security, focusing on firewall automation, DNS management, and load balancing to ensure high availability and reliability.
- Work closely with security and compliance teams to align with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Leadership & Mentoring:
- Act as a technical lead within the squad, offering guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration with Product Owners, Architects, and other engineering teams.
- Support the professional development of junior engineers, especially in areas like CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, and cloud automation.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
- Engage with non-technical stakeholders, clearly communicating technical decisions and strategies.
- Represent the team in platform roundtables and roadmap discussions, advocating for best practices and future-proof solutions.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
- Keep abreast of emerging technologies, particularly in cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes ecosystems, and DevOps practices.
- Lead technical workshops and brainstorming sessions, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
Skills, Capabilities & Experience Required:
Technical Expertise:
- Strong experience with AWS cloud services and cloud-native infrastructure.
- Advanced knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and associated cloud technologies.
- Proficiency in Golang and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
- Expertise in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and CDK.
- In-depth understanding of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab) and automation strategies.
- Experience with networking fundamentals, including firewalls, DNS, and load balancing.
- Strong understanding of observability tools (e.g., OpenTelemetry, Prometheus).
Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and guiding engineers.
- Effective communication skills—able to convey technical details to non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to complex challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and drive initiatives forward.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, agile environments.
Preferred Experience:
- Proven experience working in cloud-native environments at scale.
- Exposure to high-load, high-performance systems and large-scale microservices architectures.
- Experience with observability and monitoring frameworks (OpenTelemetry, Grafana, Prometheus).
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional initiatives.
Benefits:
- Hybrid & remote working options
- €1,000 per year for self-development
- Company share scheme
- 25 days of annual leave per year
- 20 days per year to work abroad
- 5 personal days/year
- Flexible benefits: travel, sports, hobbies
- Extended health, dental and travel insurances
- Customized well-being programmes
- Career growth sessions
- Thousands of online courses through Udemy
- A variety of engaging office events
Disclaimer:
We are an inclusive employer. By embracing diverse experiences and perspectives, we create a lasting, positive impact for our employees, customers, and the communities we’re part of. You don't have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to make this role work for you, let us know, and we’ll see how we can accommodate them.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only the candidates who best meet the job requirements will be contacted for an interview.
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