Platform Engineer
About NetX
NetX is a leading provider of Digital Asset Management (DAM) software for the world’s top museums, archives, creative teams, and universities. We are a small, passionate team based in Portland, Oregon that believes in building strong relationships with customers through our software. For over 20 years, we have continued to grow and evolve, and we are looking for the right person to grow with us as we expand our customer base.
Visit https://www.netx.net/to learn more.
Objective
NetX is seeking an experienced Platform Engineer to anchor our Platform Engineering team.
The Platform Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the foundational infrastructure that supports software development, deployment, and service management. This role partners closely with Development and Operations teams to ensure our products and services are robust, scalable, and efficient.
Platform Engineers build tools for internal and external stakeholders, curate our technology stack, and bridge the gaps between product, staff, and customers.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, enhance, and support systems within our platform toolchain, including GitLab, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, and related technologies.
- Support a growing fleet of SaaS deployments, including infrastructure, tools, configuration management, automation, and Identity & Access Management.
- Work closely with Operations, Development, QA, and Support teams to ensure the success of new services.
- Build and deploy solutions to recurring problems and requests — automate all the things.
- Design and support projects ranging from small scripts to complex microservices.
- Produce and maintain documentation and records relevant to areas of responsibility.
- Advocate for improvements that benefit customers, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 5+ years as an individual contributor on an IT operations or software engineering team where writing code was part of your role.
- Professional experience with Linux (5+ years), Kubernetes (3+ years), and AWS (3+ years).
- High proficiency in Python and Bash.
- Experience with automation, infrastructure as code, and configuration management.
- Practical knowledge of Linux systems, cloud platforms (particularly AWS), networking, and containerization.
- Development experience beyond small-scale scripting, with strong development hygiene and best practices.
- Ability to identify challenges, design thoughtful solutions, articulate plans clearly, and execute effectively.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, low-hierarchy organization where ownership and visibility are high.
Preferred / Highly Desired Skills
- Expertise in Python, Kubernetes, and MySQL.
- Experience with GitOps, CI/CD, and CloudFormation.
- Java experience (highly desirable but not required).
- Experience writing and maintaining Bash scripts.
- Previous knowledge of Digital Asset Management (DAM) products and digital media systems/tools.
Ideal Domain Knowledge
- Ansible
- Python
- Django
- Tomcat
- Jira
- GitLab
- Docker
- Linux
- Kubernetes
- MySQL
- Solr
- Redis
- AWS
- Grafana
- Shape Up development approach
- Bash
- Terraform
- Slack
Work Environment & Culture
We operate in a dynamic, flexible environment inspired by the Shape Up methodology. We encourage self-organization and cross-functional collaboration to plan, prioritize, and execute effectively.
You will help define much of what you work on, so the ability to think in systems, refine solutions, and communicate clearly is as important as technical execution.
We are a small organization with minimal hierarchy, where everyone’s contributions are visible and critical to collective success. The ideal candidate is ready to take ownership and make an impact.
We encourage you to apply even if you meet approximately 70% of the listed capabilities. We value practical work experience alongside educational qualifications.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Commuting Expense Assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Friendly dogs are welcome in the office
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Work Environment
This position operates remotely and/or in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, and printers.
Travel
This position does not require travel.
Work Authorization / Security Clearance
- This position is open to candidates currently authorized to work in the United States.
- NetX is not able to sponsor visas for this role.
- Candidates must be willing to join as W2 employees (no third-party candidates).
- Background check required in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Status
Regular, Full-Time, Exempt
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties may change at any time based on business needs.