OEC provides software solutions to those who work in the automotive parts and repair industry. Our solutions make it easier for automotive industry professionals to buy and sell parts, conduct repair research & planning, optimize estimates, improve the parts supply chain, and more. OEC partners with many of the world’s largest manufacturers, dealers and suppliers, shops and repairers, and service providers, giving our customers access to a comprehensive network and a streamlined workflow.

Interview integrity requirement

*Candidates must personally complete all interviews and technical assessments. The use of proxies or third-party representatives during any stage of the hiring process is prohibited and will result in disqualification. Final candidates will be required to participate in at least one in-person interview. Some travel for this role is expected. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.*

Strong preference for those who live in the Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX or Cleveland, OH areas or able to travel to these locations.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to help scale and evolve our cloud infrastructure as our business grows. In this role, you’ll design and build resilient, secure, and high-performing platforms that power our products and internal systems.

You’ll collaborate closely with engineering, DevOps, and IT teams to deliver reliable solutions, improve developer experience, and drive automation across the stack. This is a hands-on role with real impact—ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, shaping architecture, and mentoring others.

What You’ll Do

Design, build, and maintain scalable, highly available platform infrastructure
Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)
Own and optimize cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) for performance, cost, and reliability
Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines to enable fast, safe, and automated deployments
Partner with software engineers to improve system performance and integration
Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high uptime and reliability
Implement and uphold security best practices across the platform
Contribute to architecture decisions and continuous technical improvements
Stay current with emerging technologies and bring new ideas to the team
Mentor and support junior engineers; help onboard new team members
Participate in hiring and help shape the future of the team

What You Bring

6+ years of experience in software or platform engineering
Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Hands-on expertise with IaC tools (Terraform preferred)
Proficiency in at least one language: Python, Go, or Bash
Experience with containers & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Solid background in CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI)
Strong understanding of networking, security, and systems
Experience with observability/monitoring tools (e.g., Datadog)

How You Work

You’re a problem solver who can navigate complex production issues
You balance technical depth with business impact
You’re organized, proactive, and able to own projects end-to-end
You communicate clearly and collaborate well across teams
You lead by example and enjoy mentoring others
You’re adaptable and comfortable in a fast-moving environment
You thrive in a remote or hybrid workplace

Nice to Have

Experience scaling platforms in high-growth environments
Exposure to cost optimization strategies in cloud environments
Experience contributing to platform engineering or developer experience initiatives

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent hands-on experience.

Additional Details

Flexible work hours to support collaboration across time zones
Opportunity to influence architecture, tooling, and engineering standards
High visibility and impact across the organization

What We Offer:

Full benefits starting Day 1: Medical, Dental, and Vision
401(k) with company match
Unlimited Flex Time Off plus 10 company-paid holidays
Professional development programs, tuition assistance, and quarterly book program
Free wellness coaching and pet insurance
Home office equipment stipend
Employee resource groups and exclusive employee discounts

What makes working at OEC awesome? It varies from employee to employee. For some, it's the flexibility - whether it's remote work or a hybrid or in-person role, OEC takes our teams across multiple time zones and international communities. For others, it's the strong sense of camaraderie and community that celebrates both individuals and team-driven contributions. Or it could be the empowerment and how the team is encouraged to take risks, learn, and grow within a dynamic and supportive environment. But no matter what gets us out of bed in the morning, our whole global community is inspired to be forward thinking and drive innovative solutions for the automotive parts and repair industry.

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