Platform Engineer

We’re looking for the special , unique and amazing YOU!

KCS IT, we look for the ones that stands out, for those that always wants to be better and fight for it, and for those who has the same values that we do : dedication, energy, integrity, transparency, flexibility, trust, honesty, hard work, proactivity, team work.

At KCS we stand for equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for everyone! We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability or any factor other than merit. All applications with skills for the position are welcome!

We are looking for an Amazing : Platform Engineer Azure

Seniority : +8 years

Type of position : Remote / Portugal

The Expertise we are looking for : )

• Strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices, with a focus on cloud-native development and deployment methodologies.
• Extensive experience with the Azure cloud platform, and Azure solution architecture and best practices, including knowledge of Azure services relevant to cloud software development, AKS, networking, storage, and other Azure services relevant to Kubernetes deployments.
• Strong understanding of both infrastructure and software engineering principles, with a focus on cloud-native technologies and Kubernetes, including cluster administration, application deployment, networking, and security.
• Experience with open-source tools and technologies commonly used in Kubernetes environments, such as FluxCD, Kong, and Linkerd, and their integration with Azure.
• Experience with CI / CD pipelines and GitOps principles, ideally with experience in GitHub Actions or similar tools, and their integration with Azure Resource Manager and Kubernetes.
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies, with a focus on secure development practices and continuous integration / continuous delivery (CI / CD).
• Experience with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code principles, specifically for Azure and Kubernetes deployments.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Go, C#, JS).
• Understanding of user experience (UX) and developer experience (DevX) principles, with a focus on designing and building user-friendly cloud-based tools and platforms.
• Strong understanding of security best practices and zero-trust principles, with knowledge of Azure and Kubernetes security features and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills, with experience in troubleshooting and resolving issues in cloud-based applications.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly, particularly in the rapidly evolving cloud landscape.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience in working effectively with cross-functional teams in a cloud environment.

Why should you become part of our family?

You can develop a career that fits you : your career development is personalized, taking in consideration your needs and goals from a short to long term

Interesting Challenges Ahead : you can work for several clients from different sectors of activity Free training programs : Our training and certification programs in languages, tech, behavior and business will help you to reach your full potential fasterInternational projects in Benelux : you can gain international experience in Benelux and balance a new way of living with workType of projects (depending on the project you might find one of this types of projects) : In hybrid Systems : Is important to balance work with socialization, that ́s why a hybrid system works for us and for youFull Remote projects : If you want to work while you enjoy the comfort of your homeFull Onsite projects : if you prefere the company of your colleagues!Take care of your well-being : Enjoy our free nutrition, psychologist, general medicine appointments and our yoga and personal training days... all remote!

Who are we?

Founded in 2008 and based in Lisbon, KCS IT is a consulting company in the field of Information Technology and Services, focused on creating value for our clients through three main areas : Consulting, Outsourcing, Innovation and Training. Our commitment to talent development is unmistakable in the recent opening of the Porto, Leiria and Azores hubs, which aims to develop technology for the national and international market. Since 2018 we have been elected one of the 10 major companies in the “Index of Excellence”, an initiative that aims to reward organizations that invest most in the development and satisfaction of their employees.

At KCS IT, we stand for equality and value diversity. We foster a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for all employees!

We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any factor other than merit.

All applications with the required skills for the position are welcome!