What are the responsibilities and job description for the Platform Engineer position at Associated Electric Cooperative Inc.?
At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network! From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth. Build the Platforms that Power the Power Grid As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for building, automating, and maintaining our next generation hosting platforms. This includes driving container adoption, cloud operations in Azure, and platform reliability across mission-critical systems. What you'll do: Design, build, and support reliable hosting platforms across Azure and on-prem environments. Automate infrastructure and deployments using Ansible and other IaC tools. Lead containerization efforts with Kubernetes and Docker, evolving our app hosting strategy. Implement and manage observability systems using modern tooling and practices. Collaborate across teams to establish reliability goals, shift security left, and support internal platform adoption. What you’ll need: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, or equivalent technical training, certifications, or experience. Typically, 3 Years of experience in platform engineering, SRE, or systems automation roles. Proficiency with Azure services, Ansible, Kubernetes, and VMware. Experience integrating observability tools like Splunk and Azure Monitor. Strong communication skills and a product-oriented approach to platform development. Nice to Have: Experience migrating workloads from VM to container platforms Exposure to policy-as-code or CI/CD pipeline security controls Hands-on experience with IaC testing or change management pipelines Contributions to internal developer platforms or tools Enterprise Product Management experience What Associated provides: We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions. Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve. We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work. Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. At Associated Electric Cooperative, all of our 700 employees across MO/AR/OK territory play a crucial role in powering our mission! Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find endless opportunities for career development here. Join us in an environment where your contribution is valued, and your career can thrive as we work together to keep the lights on! Ready to Energize your career? Visit our website at www.aeci.org/careers to learn more about Associated and apply for a position. Equal Opportunity Statement: AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Please reference the contact information below if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment. An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran. Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a member-owned, member-led, not-for-profit electric cooperative dedicated to generating reliable, affordable, and responsible power. Since 1961, we've proudly served six generation and transmission cooperative and 51 distribution cooperatives across Missouri, northeast Oklahoma, and southeast Iowa-providing energy to over 2.1 million people in the Midwest. Together, we're powering communities and shaping a brighter future. Have a question? We have the answers! Check out our FAQs for more details. Plus, sign up for text updates during the application process to stay connected and informed!
