Senior Platform Engineer

Who We Are:

As Nelson Mandela said, “Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.” 

At LeagueApps, we agree. Mission-driven at our core, every member of our team is committed to a world where all kids and communities can benefit from youth sports. We help leading youth sports organizations operate, engage, and win with the industry's most comprehensive youth sports management platform. We power thousands of clubs, camps, tournaments, and leagues, and reach millions of participants each day.

Beyond our technology, we’re focused on developing the industry’s youth sports leaders through our NextUp: Youth Sports Management Community—providing them with opportunities for professional development and networking. Through events, content, and leadership development programming, we’re taking youth sports management to the next level. Through our FundPlay program, we provide support to sports-based youth development organizations that bring sports experiences to hundreds of thousands of underserved kids and communities. We are also founding members and leaders of the PLAY Sports Coalition, a group that advocates for youth sports at the national level.

LeagueApps is positioned for continued rapid growth, with financing from leading institutional and individual investors including Contour Venture Partners, Major League Baseball, Elysian Park Ventures, Julie Foudy, and Shane Battier, We were recognized by Deloitte's Fast 500 list in 2019 and 2020. We were ranked in the top 25 “Best Employers in Sports” by Front Office Sports, and named a "Best Place to Work" by Inc. and by BuiltIn NYC.

Role Mission: 

As a vital contributor to our Platform Team, the Sr. Platform Engineer is entrusted with the mission of leveraging their expertise in the areas of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), DevOps, and Security to collaboratively drive the design, construction, troubleshooting, and management of our Google Cloud Platform (GCP)-based cloud infrastructure and developer tooling/workflows. In this capacity, the Sr. Platform Engineer will play a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency, reliability, and security of our platform, while optimizing the experience for our developers and contributing to the overall success of our organization. Additionally, we highly appreciate a platform engineer who possesses an understanding of the data layer, including familiarity with technologies such as Google Cloud SQL (MySQL), Bigtable, and related data management solutions, to further strengthen our infrastructure and support data-driven innovation.

What You’ll Do:

1. Manage and Optimize Google Cloud Infrastructure: Oversee the deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of our cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Implement best practices to optimize resource utilization, cost-efficiency, and performance.
2. Container Orchestration and Kubernetes Management: Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications using Kubernetes. Ensure the reliability and availability of Kubernetes clusters, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
3. Messaging and Data Management: Configure and manage messaging buses and databases to facilitate reliable and efficient data flow within the platform. Work with technologies such as Google Cloud SQL (MySQL), Bigtable, and other data management solutions.
4. Implement Observability Tooling: Implement and configure observability tooling to monitor the health and performance of the platform. Utilize monitoring, logging, and tracing tools to gain insights into system behavior and troubleshoot issues proactively.
5. Enhance Platform Security: Collaborate with the security team to implement security best practices and safeguard the platform against threats. Conduct regular security audits and address vulnerabilities promptly.
6. Incident Management and Resolution: Respond to incidents and outages in a timely manner. Perform root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and document incident reports to prevent recurrence. Note, this role requires some on-call rotation participation. On-call is a shared responsibility with the product engineering team, and events are rare.
7. Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve the platform's architecture, tooling, and processes to enhance developer experience, reduce operational overhead, and increase overall system resilience.
8. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to align platform engineering efforts with business objectives. Provide technical guidance and support to developers, and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Note: At our organization, we recognize that it's rare for any single candidate to possess expertise in all of these realms, and we value the unique strengths that each team member brings to the table. The above should be considered a wish list, as a Sr. Platform Engineer, you will be joining a diverse and collaborative team with a wide range of skills and experiences, where each member contributes their expertise to collectively address these tasks. 

As a Sr. Platform Engineer, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our platform's success by leveraging your technical expertise and collaborative spirit. Your contributions will help shape the future of our platform and enable us to deliver exceptional experiences to our users.

Who You Are:

As a Sr. Platform Engineer, you are a highly motivated and skilled technologist with a passion for building and maintaining reliable, scalable, and secure platforms. You bring a strong understanding of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), DevOps, and Developer Experience (DevX) principles, and you are eager to apply your knowledge to drive meaningful impact. Here's what sets you apart:

1. Technical Expertise: You have a solid foundation in cloud infrastructure, container orchestration, and observability tooling. Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Kubernetes, and related technologies is a plus.
2. Problem Solver: You excel at troubleshooting and resolving complex technical challenges. You approach problems with a systematic mindset and are skilled at identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
3. Continuous Learner: You are committed to staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies. You are open to learning new skills and are adaptable in the face of evolving requirements.
4. Collaborative Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment and are skilled at working with cross-functional teams. You value open communication, actively seek feedback, and are willing to share your knowledge with others.
5. Security-Minded: You understand the importance of security in platform engineering and are knowledgeable about best practices for safeguarding systems and data.
6. Detail-Oriented: You pay close attention to details and are meticulous in your work. You understand the importance of thorough documentation and clear communication.
7. Results-Driven: You are goal-oriented and take ownership of your responsibilities. You are proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.

Whether you are an experienced platform engineer or an emerging talent with a strong desire to grow in this field, we are looking for individuals who are excited to contribute to our team and make a positive impact on our platform. If you resonate with the qualities described above and are eager to take on new challenges in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

Compensation & Benefits: 

• Base Salary: $127,500-$187,500
• Equity Grants: Every employee is an owner in our Company
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, HSA 
• Commuter Benefits
• Home-Office Stipend
• Sports Leagues subsidies for employees and their children
• Cell phone and gym subsidies (including Class Pass, Citi Bike, and New York Sports Club)
• Mental Health Resources; Talk Space and Calm  
• Social impact opportunities through our FundPlay initiative that includes events, volunteering and grant-making

LeagueApps is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization, and to helping youth sports organizers across the country do the same.

The duties listed are not exclusive and other duties may be assigned as needed or desired by the employer to meet business needs. The employer reserves the right to change, add to or eliminate positions as it deems appropriate. Your employment will be at-will, meaning you or LeagueApps Inc. may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, for any reason.

Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry, and are one part of the total compensation package that also includes benefits, and other opportunities at LeagueApps. Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal pay parity relative to other LeagueApps employees. We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at LeagueApps to fall healthily throughout the range based on these factors.

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