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Platform Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Proficiency with source code repositories and Git workflows for large teams (branching, rebasing, CI/CD integration)
  • Scripting proficiency in Python, Perl, PowerShell, etc., and knowledge of Linux, Nginx, Shell/Bash, and JavaScript
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (Azure and AWS) and containerization/orchestration strategies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate, teach others, and communicate clearly

Requirements:

  • Oversee infrastructure build, release/deployment processes, and operational aspects of the system; design and implement next-generation cloud infrastructure including containerization and orchestration
  • Own and enhance CI/CD pipelines (Azure and AWS); develop tools to reduce build times and improve deployment reliability; define metrics for pipeline effectiveness
  • Collaborate with development, QA, and operations to test and refine deployment/rollback strategies; ensure security, scalability, and compliance
  • Document workflows, best practices, and troubleshooting guides; serve as a go-to resource for deployment automation and release troubleshooting

Job description

Mission – Why We Need You

Founded in 1980, Continuous provides intelligent automation solutions with purpose-built integrations for financial institutions. We are banking experts, who make complex simple, and own our customers' outcomes. This reflects who we are, how we work, and the community we are building together. Be the driving force behind innovation - join us on our mission to shape the future as our Platform Engineer!

Objectives – The Problems You’ll Solve

Reporting to the VP of IT Operations & Information Security, this position is responsible for the oversight of our infrastructure build, our release/deployment process, and the operational aspects of the system. This role is also involved in designing and implementing our next generation infrastructure, which will include containerization and orchestration in a cloud environment.

 Objectives - The Problems You'll Solve

In your first month, onboard, get up to speed, and understand both the Continuous Infrastructure and CI/CD

  • Environment onboarding, understanding systems, and contributing to small tasks.
  • Gain access to all CI/CD tools, cloud accounts (Azure, AWS), and source code repositories.
  • Review existing Azure Pipelines and AWS CodePipelines configurations and documentation.
  • Shadow team members to understand current build and release workflows, rollback strategies, and compliance processes.
  • Learn company policies, SOC 2 security requirements, and deployment standards.
  • Troubleshoot minor issues in existing pipelines under guidance.
  • Begin documenting observations on build times, pipeline bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.

 

In your first 3 months, take control of your immediate team and ensure reliable delivery of committed items.

  • Enhance automation programs within CI/CD pipelines (Azure & AWS) to improve efficiency.
  • Develop and deploy tools that reduce build times and improve deployment reliability.
  • Begin defining metrics that measure pipeline effectiveness (success/failure rates, build/deployment duration, rollback frequency).
  • Partner with development, QA, and operations to test and refine deployment/rollback strategies.
  • Propose at least one improvement aligned with industry best practices for security, scalability, and maintainability.

In your first 6 months, improve your team’s throughput and take ownership of release pipeline

  • Take ownership of a CI/CD pipeline area (Azure or AWS) and ensure its ongoing stability, compliance, and scalability.
  • Design, test, and implement at least one new build or deployment automation tool.
  • Collaborate with team on containerization/orchestration strategy for next-gen infrastructure.
  • Deliver a proposal for pipeline optimization incorporating security, testability, and scalability improvements.
  • Document workflows, best practices, and troubleshooting guides for ongoing team use.
  • Act as a go-to resource for deployment automation and release troubleshooting.

 

Competencies – what we’re looking for

Proficiency in: source code repositories and management strategies. Scripting proficiency in Python, Perl, PowerShell, etc. Demonstrated knowledge of Linux, Nginx, Shell/Bach, JavaScript.

Proficient in Git workflows for large teams: branching, rebasing, CI/CD integration

Experience with engineering concepts: environment specific configs, feature flagging, integrating automated tests, etc.

Skilled at: supporting cloud infrastructure or similar

Passionate about sharing knowledge: You excel at teaching others and share your expertise to build a collaborative and engaged culture.

Customer-focused: You are driven to improve Continuous’ DevOps environment and promote an innovative and seamless infrastructure build and release/deploy process that leads to the customer experience being best-in-class.

Interpersonal and communication skills: We want to be a team you enjoy being a collaborator in, a team you enjoy spending time with, and someone we want to invest in. You are motivated when working with a diverse team and being able to collaborate on continuous improvement. You use your verbal and written communication skills to be clear and transparent to both technical and non-technical peers.

Intellectually curious: You have a strong level of curiosity and care about learning and self-improvement. You are willing to try out new technologies and continuously improve your own skillsets and understanding.

Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: You diagnose issues with complex CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and deployment process, identifying root causes quickly and accurately. You apply critical thinking to design scalable, secure, and maintainable infrastructure solutions. You anticipate bottlenecks or integration challenges and develop proactive strategies to mitigate them.

 

What’s in it for you?

At Continuous, we pride ourselves on ensuring that our employees are taken care of and that you have what you need to succeed in and out of work. In addition to competitive compensation, we provide:

  • A remote first environment – Work from wherever you are comfortable in the contiguous U.S. as Continuous is a remote first organization
  • Continuous will provide all the gear you need to be successful in your role, including your choice of Mac or Dell Laptop, $100/month phone + internet reimbursement, monitors, gear to get yourself started, plus a one-time $250 stipend to purchase any extras
  • 100% Company paid health, dental and vision insurance for you and your immediate family on our competitive HSA plan offering. Continuous also contributes $1,800 per year into an HSA account for you to spend on qualifying healthcare costs
  • 100% company paid LTD, AD&D and basic life insurance for you
  • Flexible PTO (like unlimited PTO) and flexible working hours to accommodate a great work/life balance
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Quarterly Wellness Day to recharge in whatever way you need.
  • $2,500 Annual Professional Development stipend to help you continue to enhance your skills

 

 

How We Work – Our Core Values

Be Kind- We are kind and helpful. We care and act with empathy. We take care of ourselves, each other, and our customers. We understand boundaries. We believe clear is kind. We exhibit healthy behaviors and are self-aware.

Be Authentic- We are genuine. We are real. No pretenses. We know ourselves and celebrate our differences of thoughts, ideas, and skills. We show our true self -our whole self- every day. We unlock our teams' potential by unlocking our own and each other's potential. There is only one you and we want to see YOU every day.

Be Collaborative- We unite for a common cause. We are in pursuit of the best idea - not our own idea. As a remote company, we must collaborate and communicate to make a difference - an impact. We do this for our teams and for our customers.

Be Determined- Giving up is not in our nature. We are smart people who solve tough problems. We have a bias toward action. We strive for great outcomes. We achieve our goals. We deliver success for customers, ourselves, and each other.

 

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This is a remote position performed primarily in a home office setting. The role is sedentary and involves prolonged use of a computer and digital collaboration tools.

Essential Physical Activities: - Sitting for extended periods - Frequent use of near vision for computer work - Speaking and hearing for virtual meetings - Occasional walking or standing during travel or events - Ability to lift up to 10 lbs occasionally (e.g., carrying a laptop or materials) - Travel: Up to 5%

 

EEO/AAP for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Unisoft International, Inc. dba Continuous is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, contact 281-348-9606 or recruiting@smatechnologies.com for assistance.

Security Notice: Continuous will never ask for money, perform a money transfer, or use Bitcoin during hiring or onboarding. If someone claiming to represent us requests payment, it is a scam.

 

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