Senior Platform Engineer
11 days ago
Bristol
Ready for a Challenge?\n Welcome to Just Eat Takeaway.com, where we’re not just a leading global online delivery platform; we’re on a mission to empower everyday convenience! Whether it’s a Friday-night feast, a post-gym poke bowl, or a quick grocery run, our tech platform connects tens of millions of customers with hundreds of thousands of restaurant, grocery, and convenience partners worldwide. About This Role\n Join our dynamic Intelligence Platform Core team, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure of our new Data & ML Platforms within JET. Over the past year, we’ve built cutting-edge Data & ML Platforms on AWS, and our team is at the heart of this innovation, creating self-service experiences for running data and ML workflows without the complexity of Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure. \n As the second full-time engineer on this team, you’ll have the unique opportunity to influence our platform vision and team culture as we grow. You’ll also collaborate closely with our Data and ML Platform teams, providing best practices and guidance where needed. \n • Please note that this position is located in Bristol, London, or Amsterdam (3 days a week from our office and 2 days working from home). Your Key Responsibilities\n In this role, you will: \n\n • Collaborate on designing and implementing platform capabilities using Kubernetes-native patterns and event-driven architectures.\n, • Drive the adoption of platform engineering principles, building reusable abstractions and self-service workflows for internal users.\n, • Design and implement Kubernetes controllers/operators in Go to automate infrastructure and application lifecycle management.\n, • Mentor fellow engineers and contribute to enhancing platform engineering practices across our Data and ML Platform teams.\n, • Work across teams to align on platform interfaces, abstractions, and shared infrastructure patterns.\n, • Support the hiring of new engineers as we expand, setting high standards for code quality and collaboration.\nWhat Will You Bring to the Team?\n We’re looking for someone who has: \n\n • Strong experience building cloud-native platforms on AWS, GCP, or Azure, with a deep understanding of Kubernetes.\n, • Proficiency in Go, particularly for building backend services, CLIs, or Kubernetes controllers/operators.\n, • Experience with GitOps and CI/CD systems, and a knack for building reliable, automated delivery pipelines.\n, • A solid understanding of distributed systems and experience designing scalable, resilient architectures.\n, • Experience in building self-service platforms or internal developer platforms (IDPs).\n, • A passion for developer experience, usability, and reducing cognitive load through effective abstractions.\n, • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit to drive platform adoption.\n\n Nice to Have: \n\n • Experience with data technologies and processes, such as streaming and batch processes, and large data storage systems.\nAt JET, This Is How We Play\n Our teams forge connections internally and collaborate with some of the best-known brands globally, giving us a truly international impact in a dynamic environment. Being the best at what we do isn’t just about delivering on our strategy; it’s about winning our customers' choice every single time. \n At the heart of the JET Customer League are our values and behaviors, guiding every interaction, decision, and innovation. By consistently embodying these values, we build a customer-first culture that keeps us ahead of the competition. \n Fun, fast-paced, and supportive, the JET culture is all about movement, growth, and celebrating wins together. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive! Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging\n No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you come from, you can find your place at Just Eat Takeaway.com. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages diversity of thought and experience, ensuring all employees feel they truly belong and can bring their authentic selves to work every day. What Else Are We Delivering?\n Curious to learn more about our JETers, culture, or company? Explore our stories, blogs, podcasts, and more to discover the journeys of our team members. Are You Ready to Join the Team? Apply Now!\n Recruiter LinkedIn tag: #LI-AO1