Senior Platform Engineer

Work setup: We operate in a hybrid work environment, and we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply.

Work schedule: 10AM to 6PM Manila time

Employment type: Permanent

Location: Makati City, Metro Manila

Pay range: We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable within the salary range of Php 104,000 to 142,000 to apply.

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organisation proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to join our growing Hosting Automation team. In this role, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimising cloud infrastructure and automation pipelines that power Cambridge's global digital products and services. You'll build cloud-native systems, automate deployments, and drive technical innovation while collaborating across teams to deliver secure, scalable, and future-ready Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions.

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe.

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge.

What can you get from Cambridge?

At Cambridge, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

The organization offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities including:

• Regular Employment on Day 1
• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Paid Annual Leaves  (Vacation, Well-being, Flexible, Holiday, and Volunteering leaves)
• Vesting/Retirement package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Access to well-being programs
• Flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangement and work-life balance
• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches that will expand your horizons and enrich your understanding of different cultures

What will you do as a Senior Platform Engineer?

As a Senior Platform Engineer, you'll work on systems and services that are truly global. You will help drive the strategy and execution of cloud infrastructure, automation, and CI/CD pipelines that power Cambridge's worldwide operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and maintaining scalable and secure cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.
• Developing and optimising CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows to enable reliable and repeatable deployments.
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, and security teams to deliver high-performing, compliant, and cost-efficient platforms.
• Implementing cloud security, monitoring, and governance practices to improve resilience and visibility.
• Guiding and mentoring junior engineers, promoting automation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.
• Providing Level 2 production support and participating in troubleshooting and incident management.

Please review the attached job description for further details on the role.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

An ideal candidate has the following qualities:

Essential:

• Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure, designing, deploying, and supporting production environments.
• Skilled in Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) to automate deployments and infrastructure.
• Experienced in building and optimising CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and managing code repositories (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket).
• Familiar with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Site24x7)
• Strong communicator and team player

Desirable:

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer) or equivalent hands-on expertise are highly valued.

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us.

Applications receivedthrough the systemwill be reviewed on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested, tailor-fit your CV (advantageous if you submit one with a Cover Letter) and submit as early as possible.