Description:

Shape.Construction is a company focused on digitizing the construction industry, which is one of the least digitized yet largest industries globally.
The company aims to improve construction project delivery through a suite of software products.
The role of AWS Platform Engineer involves crafting tools to accelerate development and architecting scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure.
The team consists of experienced software engineers, product designers, and product strategists working together to build the digital backbone of the organization.
The top three objectives for this role include supporting the app's rapid growth, designing a high-rise platform for the product suite, and fostering personal and team development.
Responsibilities include owning the platform, leading and developing the platform team, staying updated with industry technologies, implementing infrastructure as code using Terraform, and maximizing team development.

Requirements:

Candidates must have proven experience as a Platform Engineer with the ability to set up observability tools and provide developers with necessary resources for faster feedback.
A deep level of knowledge on frameworks and tools used in the industry is required.
Strong communication skills are essential, including the ability to convey messages clearly and concisely based on context and audience.
Leadership skills are necessary to help colleagues achieve their goals and share knowledge effectively.
Candidates should possess the ability to make decisions and take action without over-analyzing situations.
Nice to have skills include the ability to write simple and low-complexity code, present ideas publicly, provide constructive feedback, and drive change within the team.

The position offers a competitive salary based on location and capability.
Employees receive 20 days of paid annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
In-house coaching sessions and a discretionary bonus scheme are available for all team members.
Employees enjoy a 4-day work week, promoting work-life balance.
Flexibility in work hours allows employees to manage personal commitments without needing permission.
The company emphasizes personal growth, providing extensive learning and development opportunities.
Employees are surrounded by high-caliber colleagues, fostering a meritocratic environment that supports fast progression and unbounded development.
The role contributes to long-term impact by addressing significant issues in construction project delivery.