GR8 Tech is hiring a Sr. Platform Engineer

About Gusto At Gusto, we're dedicated to empowering small business growth by managing complex administrative tasks like payroll, benefits, and HR, allowing owners to concentrate on their core operations. Supporting over 400,000 small businesses nationwide, we're building a workplace that reflects and celebrates our diverse customer base. Explore our comprehensive Total Rewards approach. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: - Architect an internal engineering platform enabling self-service production system deployment - Establish standardized, deterministic automation optimizing user accessibility and system reliability - Collaborate with Infrastructure and Developer Productivity teams to deliver exceptional internal capabilities - Participate in on-call rotations supporting platform service deployments and infrastructure management Candidate Requirements: - 5+ years experience with modern programming languages (Golang, Ruby, TypeScript) - 3+ years Kubernetes experience, preferably using Crossplane for Infrastructure as Code - Demonstrated work ethic and ability to operate effectively amid uncertainty - Systems thinking approach to complex environments - Resilient problem-solving skills prioritizing peer and customer support - Advanced communication skills simplifying complex concepts Preferred Qualifications: - Experience designing streamlined systems emphasizing engineering experience, reliability, and security - Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), IaaS management tools like Terraform - Incident remediation expertise for complex system environments Compensation ranges from $163,000-$204,000 for most locations, with higher rates in San Francisco, Seattle, and New York. Gusto maintains physical offices in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, with hybrid work expectations of 2-3 weekly in-office days. Remote work requires consistent, secure internet connectivity. We celebrate diversity, believing varied perspectives strengthen our organization. Gusto is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring practices and reasonable accommodations for all candidates.