Platform Engineer (Staff/Principal) - Distributed Systems

BUILD THE NEXT GENERATION OF THE INTERNET
Impossible Cloud is a B2B cloud platform with a focus on becoming the #1 cloud platform in Europe and beyond. It was founded by serial entrepreneurs who have previously built a billion-euro tech company.

Currently, our offering includes cloud object storage similar to AWS S3, and our market success is already being proven by highly promising growth based on our channel-based GTM strategy. While we build a comprehensive suite of cloud products, we are redefining the cloud sector by bridging the gap between decentralized infrastructure (DePIN) and mainstream B2B cloud use cases.

Become part of something bigger: We’re committed to reinventing the internet and pushing technological innovation and business determination to the next level.

Find out more about us here.

YOUR IMPACT
To meet our ambition, we must push distributed systems beyond what people consider possible! As an experienced (Sr / Staff / Principal) Platform Engineer, you will design and implement the technical architecture and enable developers to deploy services seamlessly on a scalable platform that supports the core components of the business.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:
• Setup, maintain, and optimize Kubernetes clusters to ensure availability, scalability, and reliability.
• Deploy and maintain essential Kubernetes core services, including ingress, secrets management, and CNI/CSI.
• Design, implement, and maintain a robust Kubernetes network, ensuring secure and efficient communication between services.
• Implement and enforce security best practices within Kubernetes clusters to protect critical infrastructure and applications.
• Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD infrastructure to streamline the deployment.
• Deploy and maintain large-scale storage and database systems to support business-critical data services.
• Lead the deployment of new sites, regions, and environments from the ground up, ensuring rapid and reliable availability.
• Maintain, upgrade, and enhance existing infrastructure through continuous development, monitoring, and iterative improvements.

YOU COULD BE A GREAT FIT FOR THE ROLE IF YOU HAVE:
• Experience with distributed storage systems, such as Ceph, and modern distributed database solutions.
• Proven track record of deploying and maintaining Kubernetes clusters at scale.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure automation and deployment tools like ArgoCD, Flux, Terraform.
• Knowledge of modern DevOps practices and tools (GitOps, Infrastructure as Code, etc.).
• Proficiency in designing and maintaining service-defined networks within Kubernetes, e.g., service meshes like Istio.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes security best practices (RBAC, network policies, etc.).
• Proficiency in AWS and GCP cloud platforms, leveraging their services for enhanced scalability and redundancy.
• Strong skills in Linux environments and shell scripting for automation and troubleshooting, with experience in Golang being a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive salary coupled with direct engagement in your success through an enticing ESOP.
• Ideal company stage with established revenues and a growing market, strong funding and a scaling team.
• Collaboration with experienced, passionate, and supportive colleagues, leveraging cutting-edge technology.
• Fantastic office situated in a trendy location with access to complimentary healthy brain food and a subsidized premium gym membership.
• Monthly collaborative meet-up weeks featuring team events.

OUR CULTURE
We are committed to success. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds who share the goal of building a future European cloud champion. We place great importance on in-person collaboration and open communication, and we value working together regularly at our Hamburg headquarters. If you are an innovative thinker with a passion for driving success in decentralised technology and the cloud industry, we invite you to apply.
Join a workplace that values your well-being, fosters a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere, and play a key role in shaping the future of the Cloud.

OUR HIRING PROCESS
1. Application Submission
We encourage you to kickstart your application by submitting your comprehensive LinkedIn profile or CV along with the designated application form.
2. Kickoff Call for Selected Candidates
Successful candidates will be invited to participate in a Kickoff call, where we aim to explore your qualifications, experiences, and expectations.
3. Efficient Interview Process
Our commitment is to complete the hiring process in 2 to 4 additional remote and/or on-site steps, according to the specific role and its seniority level.
We believe in moving swiftly to welcome exceptional talent into our dynamic workplace.