Platform Lead Engineer at Verimpact

Position Overview

We seek a highly skilled Platform Lead Engineer to oversee a new software platform's design, development, and project management. The position entails overseeing the entire lifecycle of a software platform, from conceptualization and design to delivery and ongoing operations.

The role requires a focus on strategic management, ensuring the platform is secure, scalable, and optimized for performance while integrating advanced analytics like Bayesian networks for data-driven insights. The individual will also collaborate with stakeholders across the company, including IT staff and executives, to ensure the platform’s practical use and guide its long-term evolution. This high-level role involves directing the platform's technical and operational aspects, fostering continuous improvement and alignment with business goals.

The ideal candidate will have experience in cloud deployments, platform architecture, iterative project management, and strong Python programming skills. A background in causal analysis, such as Bayesian networks, is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of a new software platform from concept through delivery.

• Oversee project management using iterative methodologies to ensure timely and efficient completion.

• Collaborate with and manage contractors to deliver an initial platform that is:

• Deployed to the cloud with attention to security and scalability and optimized for performance.

• Has integrated database designs that support platform scalability.

• Utilizes causal analysis techniques, including Bayesian networks, to support data-driven decision-making.

• Has a user-friendly UI/UX, including data and probability visualizations

• Post-delivery of the initial platform:

• Ensure seamless daily operation of the platform after final delivery and successful testing.

• Oversee the platform user documentation and training materials so IT staff and key stakeholders (e.g., ESG staff and C-Suite executives) can use the platform effectively.

• Collaborate with the company's management to specify the platform’s further development and future releases.

• Coordinate with vendors and/or Verimpact staff to deliver future releases

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing complex software projects in iterative environments.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional team collaboration.

• Extensive experience in cloud deployments, security, and database design.

• Proficiency in performance tuning and parallelization.

• Strong Python skills.

• Experience in data management and visualization

• Knowledge of causal analysis methods (Bayesian networks is a plus).

The successful candidate will be based in Athens. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and references to info@verimpact.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.