Product Engineer

About Platform.sh
The Platform.sh Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) removes the complexities of cloud infrastructure management and optimizes development-to-production workflows, reducing the time it takes to build and deploy applications. Delivering efficiency, reliability, and security, giving development teams both control and peace of mind. Built for developers, by developers.
Adopted and loved by 16,000+ developers, 7,000 customers, and for nearly a decade Platform.sh has been providing out-of-the-box capabilities that serve as the launchpad for creative development teams' out-of-the-box thinking.
We provide 24x7 support, managed cloud infrastructure, and automated security and compliance with an all-in-one PaaS. We give our customers complete control over their data by keeping applications secure and available around the clock.
Platformers are a remote, global workforce, and we thrive in a multicultural team. We are committed to open source and an open, welcoming environment. Our team spans the globe and the experience spectrum. What's our commonality, our cultural fabric? A curious spirit and a thirst for knowledge; an eagerness for innovative ideas and cultures. We believe we can build anything together in an environment that frees you to do your best work.
Bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our growing, global organization. Your contributions, collaboration, and unique point of view are recognized and valued here.
Position Summary:
As a Product Engineer at Platform.sh, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our customer-facing services for both Platform.sh and our new brand Upsun. You will work closely with Front-end, Product, Design, and Support teams to collaborate on innovative solutions that improve the overall user experience. You will be taking action on our API proxies, authentication, organization and project management services, and you will ensure that our platform remains secure, scalable, and high-performing.
Your expertise in building secure, scalable applications on microservice architecture will be key for supporting new feature development and optimizing performance across multiple services. You will close test gaps and advocate for continuous improvements to ensure the long-term stability and reliability of our products. Proactive problem-solving and a commitment to quality will be essential as you contribute to a supportive and collaborative team environment.
If you're ready to tackle complex challenges and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you!
What to expect:

Enhance customer-facing features by actively working on key user elements and multiple functionalities, improving every aspect of the customer experience.
Collaborate with Product and Design to transform client needs into clear, actionable issues that your team owns from start to finish.
Build with stability in mind by identifying architectural challenges early and writing high-quality, well-tested code that ensures top performance and reliability.
Partner with Support to swiftly resolve bugs and edge cases, keeping services high-performing and user-friendly.
Participate in code reviews and pairing sessions to refine and perfect every release.
Choose your own priorities within the roadmap, balancing new feature development with essential performance and stability upgrades.
Expand your technical reach by engaging in cross-team projects, gaining exposure to a range of services and technologies.

What you bring:

3+ years of Golang service development experience.
Expertise in microservice architecture and associated challenges.
API design and documentation skills for internal and external use.
Familiarity with MySQL and/or MariaDB.
Knowledge of Git-based workflows.
Understanding of user authentication and authorization flow between web applications.
Ownership mindset from conception to production.
Experience working in Product-driven development teams.
Remote work efficiency and time management.
Proactive attitude aligned with team values of collaboration, support, and continuous learning.

Bonus Points:

Proficiency with GitLab, GitHub, or Linear.
Familiarity with GraphQL.

Where we hire:
At Platform.sh, remote work isn't just a trend - it's our way of life. The freedom of remote work with the support of a diverse, global team has been our successful model for nearly a decade! Our culture celebrates flexibility and collaboration, empowering you to excel from where you are. To enhance team synergy, we come together (at least) once a year in person, seizing the opportunity to connect, tackle challenges, and foster camaraderie.
How we hire:
We know that a great hire won't meet every requirement that we've outlined. If you can see yourself elevating the team, we want to hear your story. Few of us would be here had we not taken a chance.
You can expect 4 interviews on Google Meet to follow the order below. Should you successfully move through the entire process you will have the opportunity to meet with a variety of Platformers. Our goal is to ensure you can make the most informed decision on whether this role, and our culture aligns with what you're looking for in your future working environment.

45 Minutes with Talent Acquisition
60 Minutes with Hiring Manager (Director, Engineering)
60 Minutes with Team (Senior Product Engineers)
45 Minutes with Executive (VP, Engineering)

All roles require background checks.
What we offer:
An innovative product you can believe in. We're sustainably changing the way companies develop and manage their web applications.
We're voted as A Best Place to Work by 96% of our employees, Forbes Top 30 Companies for Remote Jobs, and France Best Workplaces for Women.
Leadership that cares in a flexible, open work environment, where your voice is encouraged. We can always find ways to do better and look forward to hearing your ideas.
Global team, rich with culture and diversity.
Annual team gatherings.

Wellness budget.

Professional development budget.
Office equipment budget.
Mentorship Program.
Comprehensive health coverage (US, CA, UK, and FR employees only).
Generous PTO (geographically dependent).
Inclusive parental leave (geographically dependent).
Tandem – a pool of linguists from around the world willing to help each other learn new languages.
Company stock options (discretionary).

You're welcome here.
At Platform.sh, we take pride in our commitment to being an inclusive and diverse workplace. We strive to create an environment built on trust, support, and respect for all individuals. We welcome everyone, regardless of gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, education, languages spoken, or veteran status. We encourage you to be yourself, connect with like-minded individuals, and share your passions.
If you require accommodation at any stage of our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to reach out to your talent acquisition partner. Your comfort and accessibility are important to us.

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