Platform Engineer

As a Platform Engineer, you are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our cloud-based infrastructure and services. You play a key role in ensuring our systems are scalable, secure, and reliable, while working closely with DevOps and development teams. This is a highly technical role where automation, performance optimization, and innovation are central.

You will:

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployments using CI/CD pipelines and IaC tools.
• Ensure cloud environments meet security, compliance, and business continuity standards.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize reliability and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide guidance, documentation, and support.
• Perform capacity planning and monitor cloud usage to ensure optimal performance while identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and act as part of the 3rd-line response team for high-impact incidents and system failures.

We ask:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform), containers, and orchestration tools.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automation scripting, and version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and a proactive mindset.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.

We offer:

• 25 vacation days, increasing with time of service, with the option to purchase 10 additional days;
• 8% holiday allowance;
• Non-contributory pension;
• €0,23 net travel allowance and a net remote work allowance of €2,45;
• A hybrid work model, with full support for your home office setup;
• Laptop and phone provided by vidaXL;
• Our internal shuttle that is free to use for transport from Venlo station to the office and back;
• Team outings and company activities (such as monthly padel matches);
• A positive work environment. 8 out of 10 colleagues say we’re a good place to work and feel they are part of the team;

vidaXL as an employer

vidaXL is a major player in the ever-growing world of e-commerce. We believe in our people and love investing in their personal growth. We offer the freedom to seize opportunities, thrive, and grow alongside a global e-commerce leader.