Platform Engineer – Cloud & Security Automation

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Help build secure, reliable cloud infrastructure using Kubernetes and Terraform, while reducing toil and enhancing resiliency within KUBRA's shared platform.
As a Platform Engineer – Cloud & Security Automation, you will help build the infrastructure, guardrails, and automation that make KUBRA’s Internal Developer Platform secure, reliable, and easy to use. You’ll work with Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD, and cloud security tooling to accelerate how teams build and ship services. This role is ideal for engineers who have solid platform engineering fundamentals and want to grow deeper into Kubernetes, cloud security automation, and large-scale infrastructure design. You will help strengthen the shared platform that powers KUBRA’s products, enabling teams to ship more confidently with built-in security and paved-path tooling. Your work reduces toil, improves resiliency, and strengthens our cloud foundation. This is a hybrid position based out of our office in Mississauga, Ontario. How You’ll Contribute
  • Build and support Terraform modules, Kubernetes manifests, and GitOps pipelines that power the platform and developer portal. 
  • Help implement security guardrails and automated controls across our cloud environments.
  • Contribute to CI/CD workflows using any modern tooling (GitHub Actions, CircleCI, etc.).
  • Participate in platform demos, documentation, and cross-team collaboration.
  • Partner with senior engineers to implement new platform capabilities and automation.
  • Help implement Kubernetes security measures, such as network security
  • Strengths That Shine in This Role
  • Exposure to GitOps (Argo CD, FluxCD, Spinnaker).
  • Experience with any policy-as-code tool (Kyverno or Gatekeeper preferred).
  • Familiarity with cloud-native security services in any major cloud provider.
  • Knowledge of regulated environments (SOC2, PCI) helpful but not required.
  • Curious and eager to learn.
  • Strong fundamentals and willingness to dive deep in Kubernetes and security.
  • Comfortable collaborating with teammates and asking questions.
  • Bias for automation and proactive improvement.
  • Skills That Matter in This Role
  • 2–4 years in Platform Engineering, SRE, DevOps, or Software Engineering.
  • Coding experience in Python, Go, or another modern language.
  • Practical Kubernetes experience (deployment, debugging, security fundamentals).
  • Comfort with Terraform or other IaC tools.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
  • Interest in growing skills in cloud security automation.
  • Why You’ll Love Working Here
  • Thrive in an award-winning culture that champions growth, embraces diversity, and fosters inclusion for all. See our awards →
  • Earn annual performance-based bonuses recognizing your contributions
  • Enjoy generous benefit coverage with low premiums, plus a Healthcare Spending Account and Wellness Spending Account
  • Invest in your future with RRSP matching
  • Take time to recharge with paid vacation and sick days, and enjoy a paid day off for your birthday
  • Make a difference with two paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
  • Keep learning with free access to LinkedIn Learning and our education reimbursement program for continued development
  • Feel appreciated through our employee recognition programs
  • Support your mental health with a free premium Headspace membership
  • Stay refreshed with unlimited access to fully stocked beverage stations
  • Save more with exclusive Perkopolis retail discounts
  • KUBRA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request by emailing [email protected]. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.


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    While we value the skills and experiences listed in our job requirements, we also recognize that talent comes in many forms, and welcome applications from candidates who meet most but not all specified requirements. If you possess a strong desire to learn and grow in a dynamic work environment, apply now!

    KUBRA is a fast-growing company that delivers customer communications solutions to some of the largest utility, insurance, and government entities across North America. KUBRA offers billing and payments, mapping, mobile apps, proactive communications, and artificial intelligence solutions for customers. With more than 1.5 billion customer interactions annually, KUBRA services reach over 40% of households in the U.S. and Canada. KUBRA is an operating subsidiary of Hearst.
     
    Our office is small enough to allow creative individuals to flourish, yet large enough to provide long-term stability. We place a tremendous amount of responsibility on our team members to be productive, focused and self-motivated. We offer a casual work environment, competitive compensation and a stellar benefits program. 

    KUBRA does not typically provide immigration-related assistance, including employment-based work visa (e.g. H-1B) sponsorship, work permit applications and extensions, permanent residence (green card) sponsorship, LMIA applications or permanent residency nominations. Candidates must ensure they have legal authorization to work in the U.S/ Canada. All sponsorship determinations are case by case based on business need.

    Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

    • Paid volunteer days: Make a difference with two paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
    • Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid vacation and sick days, and enjoy a paid day off for your birthday
    • Wellness Stipend: Support your mental health with a free premium Headspace membership
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