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Platform Operations Engineer

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Flatfile

Flatfile

51-200 employees

Data import solution for businesses

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$170k - $200kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

Remote in UK

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Platform Engineering
DevOps Engineering
Required Skills
Datadog
Kubernetes
Rust
Git
Docker
TypeScript
AWS
Jenkins
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in a strongly typed tech language (Typescript, Rust, Go)
  • Minimum 2+ years of experience with cloud infrastructure ecosystems (AWS, GCP) and common CI/CD tooling (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Gitlab)
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or ContainerD
  • Working knowledge in container orchestration technologies (like Kubernetes)
  • Experience with observability and telemetry stacks (DataDog, OpenTelemetry)
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain self-serve observability and CI/CD tooling.
  • Lead in deploying and maintaining regional environments.
  • Spearhead the deployment of self-hosted environments.
  • Manage incident response effectively.
  • Improve and scale our observability and telemetry systems.
  • Address varied responsibilities ranging from TypeScript engineering to cloud networking.
  • Advocate and educate team members on best practices and the ever-changing landscape.

Flatfile provides a data import solution that helps businesses streamline their data import workflows. Its main product is a smart API that allows companies to embed a file importer into their applications, which can automatically collect and convert data files from various sources. This makes it easier for businesses to manage large volumes of data and collaborate on data onboarding projects. Unlike many competitors, Flatfile offers a freemium model, allowing users to try the service for free and upgrade as their needs grow. The platform is built on modern cloud technologies, ensuring scalability and compliance with industry regulations for data safety. The goal of Flatfile is to improve the data import process for businesses, delivering a quick and lasting return on investment.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$94.6M

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-34%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Flatfile's recognition as a G2 Leader in Data Quality and inclusion in Forbes' 'America's Best Startup Employers 2023' list highlight its strong market position and positive work environment.
  • The $50M Series B funding led by Tiger Global indicates strong investor confidence and provides resources for further innovation and growth.
  • The platform's ability to automate data structuring and cleaning can significantly reduce the time and cost associated with data management for businesses.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in data management is intense, with numerous players vying for market share.
  • Reliance on premium features for revenue means that the freemium model must effectively convert free users to paying customers.

What makes Flatfile unique

  • Flatfile's API-first platform offers extensibility and customization, setting it apart from more rigid data import solutions.
  • The acquisition of AI start-up Chatcsv Inc. enhances Flatfile's capabilities in AI-assisted data exchange, providing a competitive edge.
  • Flatfile's compliance with SOC 2, HIPAA, and GDPR ensures high data safety standards, which is crucial for businesses handling sensitive information.

Benefits

Healthcare

Flexible time off

Generous parental leave

401k matching

The latest hardware

Ergonomic equipment

Home office makeover

Career development