At Q-Tech, a consultancy specializing in tech headhunting, we are partnering with a leading e-commerce company in the DIY, home, and gardening sector.
As part of their continued growth, we are looking for a Platform Engineering Manager to oversee cross-functional teams across Spain and FranceThis role is an opportunity to redefine how a platform team operates, driving innovation, scalability, and efficiency at the core of a rapidly growing business.
You'll lead a dynamic team focused on empowering developers, enhancing system reliability, and streamlining operations to deliver an exceptional customer experienceYour MissionAs Platform Engineering Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the architecture, performance, and reliability of the platform that powers millions of transactions across Europe.
Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure the infrastructure and tools enable high-quality, secure, and scalable services while fostering a culture of ownership and operational excellenceCore ResponsibilitiesInfrastructure Leadership: Design and manage cutting-edge infrastructure leveraging AWS, Kubernetes, and containerized environmentsOperational Excellence: Build a highly resilient platform by implementing best practices in observability, disaster recovery, and incident managementPerformance Optimization: Develop frameworks to monitor, analyze, and enhance platform performance while driving cost efficiency through cloud resource optimizationDeveloper Enablement: Provide tools and services that empower development teams to work autonomously, including robust CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code solutionsTeam Management: Lead and mentor a team of engineers and managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environmentRisk Mitigation: Ensure compliance, security, and governance standards are met, proactively addressing potential risksStrategic Collaboration: Partner with product, finance, and other business units to align technical goals with broader company objectivesWhat We're Looking ForProven Leadership: At least 10 years of experience managing technical teams, with a track record of scaling operations and driving high-impact projectsTechnical Depth: Strong expertise in cloud environments (AWS), container orchestration (Kubernetes), and DevOps practices (Terraform, CI/CD, observability tools)Resilience Champion: Passion for reliability and systems resilience, including hands-on experience with disaster recovery planning and performance monitoringCost Management Expertise: Familiarity with FinOps principles to optimize cloud spending and drive resource efficiencyExceptional Communicator: Ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiencesInnovative Thinker: A creative mindset with the ability to challenge conventional approaches and implement innovative solutionsAdaptable & Curious: Comfortable navigating dynamic environments and constantly learning to stay ahead of the curveCompensation and BenefitsCompetitive salary in the range of €75,000 to €92,000, depending on experience and qualificationsFlexible hybrid setup: Work from home 3-4 days per weekPrivate health insurance fully covered by the company30 days of annual leave to recharge and explore new adventuresGym membership to support your health and well-beingOpportunities for professional development, including training and coaching to grow your skills and careerTechnical EcosystemCloud & Containers: AWS, Kubernetes (EKS)Automation Tools: Terraform, Ansible, PackerMonitoring & Observability: Datadog, CloudflareLanguages: Go, Python, Java/Kotlin, ReactData & Messaging: RabbitMQ, Kafka, SnowflakeWhy join our client?Be a key leader in one of Europe's fastest-growing e-commerce companiesShape the future of platform engineering with cutting-edge tools and practicesWork in an international, innovative environment with talented professionalsGrow your career with opportunities for personal and professional development