Sr. Platform Engineer

Mursion provides an award-winning upskilling platform trusted by top companies to measurably improve employees' interpersonal intelligence and build stronger organizations. Powered by multimodal AI and a unique practice-based approach, our real-world, interactive simulations deliver lasting results. Our solutions are grounded in behavioral science and psychology to build confidence and positive behaviors, and ultimately help reduce the costs of stress. Mursion’s product suite includes AI-powered simulations, human reinforcement assessment & coaching, and advanced analytics that lead to measurable skills acquisition.

Mursion is a well-funded Series B startup that is backed by future of work and Edtech investing veterans, like Leeds Illuminate and New Markets Venture Partners. Mursion is the largest simulation company, with more than 800K+ simulations to date and more than 200K users per year, with a growing global footprint. By 2026, we will be delivering 2 million simulations per year. 

Position Description:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Platform Engineer to enhance our software delivery processes and prepare our platform for massive scalability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud architectures, automation, and continuous integration and delivery practices. You will play a key role in automating our operations, optimizing our deployment workflows, and ensuring our infrastructure can handle large-scale operations. The compensation for this role includes a base salary range of $100,000–$150,000, eligibility bonus, and equity, with the final package determined based on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, scale, and maintain our AWS-based infrastructure using Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery.
• Automate build, test, and deployment phases using Jenkins, Github, GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and other automation tools.
• ollaborate with development teams to optimize code deployment processes in Node.js, Java, React, and Next.js environments.
• Enhance system monitoring and alerts using advanced observability and monitoring tools.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Ensure security best practices and compliance are followed in all DevOps processes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior Platform engineers.
• Provide expertise on system scalability and assist in designing architectures that support growth and performance.
• Drive initiatives to improve reliability, efficiency, and quality of our development and deployment processes.
• Mentor junior Platform Engineer team members and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or related roles.
• Extensive experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub, or GitLab.
• Strong proficiency in AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, etc.).
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or similar.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) principles and tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud strategies.
• Experience with WebRTC or similar technologies is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to resolve issues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities.
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies.

We understand that not everyone will demonstrate proficiency in all of the areas listed under the responsibilities and qualifications. At Mursion, we strive to raise the bar! We encourage women and historically marginalized communities to apply if you feel your skills and life experiences are transferable to some of the qualifications in the job description.

Our Values

We cultivate empathy

Empathy is at the core of all we do. We make time to communicate and listen before we take action. We make decisions based on reasoned analysis and authentic care for the aspirations of our partners and colleagues.

We lead with curiosity to create lightbulb moments

Our team is strengthened by having the courage to thoughtfully ask difficult questions. We are results-oriented innovators who create dynamic solutions to complex problems by encouraging transparency, creativity, and iteration. We are energized by thought-provoking conversations and the diverse perspectives of our partners and peers.

We strive to raise the bar

We see ourselves as trailblazers in simulation. Our learning theory is grounded in research and we demand empirical evidence before concluding our efforts have been successful. We always look for ways to improve. We recognize we live in an imperfect world and we embrace our responsibility to promote shared understanding and elevate humankind. 

We have the courage to be human

We are a fun-loving, driven team of developers, artists, entrepreneurs, operational masterminds, and technologists dedicated to the proposition that learning experiences can be powerful and playful. We recognize that we are more than a business; we are a community of unique individuals with a collective focus to improve human interactions through practice. It is through our humanity that we create better products and learning experiences for our partners.

Compensation and perks: Salary commensurate with experience. For full-time employees, Mursion offers competitive benefits, which include full medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k program, paid holidays, and flexible PTO. 

Collaborate with a unique blend of employees ranging from 3D artists, software developers, operations, sales, and finance teams to actors who deliver interactive, highly immersive simulations.

Be at the forefront of reinventing learning for the future workforce.

How to Apply: Qualified candidates should submit a resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so interested parties are encouraged to submit as soon as possible.

Mursion is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from People of Color, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

We are not accepting agency submissions at this time. Please don't send unsolicited candidate resumes to Mursion employees. They will not be accepted.