About the role

About the Company:

🎵 We’re Electric Kiwiiiiiiiiiii! 🎵 (and Kiwi Mobile too!)
Electric Kiwi, part of The Energy Collective, is leading the charge in digital disruption in the utility sector. They’re a team of innovators making a positive impact on customers, employees, communities, and the planet. And they’re growing! By integrating cutting-edge technology with purpose-driven values, Electric Kiwi delivers seamless, excellent value and amazing customer experiences. With bold ideas and a passion for doing things differently, they’re redefining what utility services can be, and they’re just getting started. The technology team is expanding to power this exciting journey.

Why Join Electric Kiwi?
Joining Electric Kiwi means being part of a transformative and technology-driven movement in the utility sector. You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about innovative tech that makes it better for people, communities, and the planet. As a Platform Engineer, you’ll help us push boundaries of what’s possible, working alongside a crew that thrives on innovation, curiosity, and teamwork.  This is your opportunity to grow, innovate, make a real impact, and have fun along the way. 

Role Purpose:
As a Platform Engineer, you’ll be the backbone of The Energy Collective’s dynamic cloud-based operations optimising  the GitLab platform to supercharge software delivery. Reporting to the GM Technology, you’ll focus on driving efficiency, reliability, and innovation across our delivery pipelines. Your work will foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence, and ensure Electric Kiwi’s tech stays at the forefront of the industry

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise the GitLab platform to enhance efficiency, speed, and reliability in software delivery.
• Define and monitor Service Levels, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Utilise GitLab data to create comprehensive reports and insights across the software delivery lifecycle.
• Focus on segments of the DevSecOps infinity loop to implement incremental improvements.
• Streamline CI/CD pipelines and automate processes to optimise software delivery performance.
• Provide guardrails to software delivery teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and progression toward Elite DORA metrics.
• Communicate findings and solutions effectively through reports, dashboards, and documentation.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing through code reviews, training sessions, and documentation.

What You’ll Contribute:

• Enhance the GitLab platform to support seamless and high-performance software delivery.
• Achieve and maintain defined Service Levels, ensuring consistent and reliable service delivery.
• Drive efficiency and effectiveness in software delivery processes through targeted improvements.
• Deliver data-driven insights that lead to informed decision-making and strategic improvements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging data and automation.

Skills & Experience:

• A strong motivation to make a meaningful impact.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience or strong DevOps developer experience.
• Experience in optimising platforms like GitLab.
• Proficiency in Python, Terraform, JavaScript, Angular, Docker, GraphQL, and SQL.
• Strong understanding of DevOps practices and the DevSecOps infinity loop.
• Experience in creating and analysing data-driven reports and insights.
• Ability to define, monitor, and achieve Service Levels aligned with business objectives.
• Proven track record in optimising software delivery performance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts effectively.
• Strong collaboration, team work, and a curious and adaptable mindset.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience using LLM models and Gen AI APIs.
• Familiarity with Elite DORA performance metrics and strategies to achieve them.
• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Understanding of DevSecOps principles and their integration into pipelines.
• Commitment to continuous learning and understanding of agile principles.

How to Apply:
Ready to be part of something exciting? Send us your CV and a cover letter letting us know what excites you about joining Electric Kiwi and what you’ll bring to the team. Let’s make it better together! 

Bonus points if you can sing the Electric Kiwi or Kiwi Mobile song! Extra extra points if you can sing them both!