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Staff Platform Engineer

Nintex
Location
Johannesburg, South Africa
Posted
20 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 8+ years of professional experience in Platform, Site Reliability Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, or related field
  • Demonstrated expertise in architecting and implementing large-scale systems
  • Proven track record of technical leadership and influencing multiple teams
  • Expert-level knowledge of cloud platforms, infrastructure as code, and Platform practices
  • Strong strategic thinking and ability to balance technical and business priorities
Nice to have
  • Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field
  • Previous experience leading large technical initiatives across multiple teams
  • Multiple advanced certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional)
  • Experience defining technical strategy and roadmaps for complex systems
  • Strong background in building engineering culture and best practices
What the job really is

As a Staff Platform Engineer at Nintex, you will own the technical strategy for a key product area, focusing on long-term scalability and maintainability. Your role involves leading technical direction, making architectural decisions, and influencing multiple teams to ensure cohesive technical solutions. You will also mentor engineers, contribute to knowledge sharing, and maintain hands-on technical contributions while driving cross-team collaboration on strategic initiatives.

Benefits
  • Global Gratitude and Recharge Days
  • Flexible, paid time off policy
  • Employee wellness programs and counseling resources
  • Meaningful peer recognition and awards
  • Paid parental leave
  • Invention/patenting assistance
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves significant hands-on technical contributions in addition to leadership responsibilities
  • Hybrid working model may require adaptability to both in-office and remote work environments
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