Staff Platform Engineer

Company Overview Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, colocation, cloud, and Bitcoin mining. About the Role We are looking for a Staff Platform Engineer to provide technical leadership and ownership of our client‑facing compute platformsp> Key Responsibilities The design, evolution, and reliability of our VMware‑based platform today Leading our transition to a modern OpenStack‑backed platform Ensuring our IaaS, backup, and disaster recovery services are secure, resilient, and highly automated Act as a technical leader, mentoring other engineers and administrators, and partnering with architecture, operations, and product teams to deliver robust platforms for Hut 8 clients Own the design, reliability, capacity, and lifecycle management of the VMware platform (vSphere, ESXi, and related tooling) Establish and improve standards for provisioning, configuration, patching, and performance tuning Lead the design and initial rollout of the OpenStack platform, including tenancy models and core services Integrate OpenStack with existing identity, networking, backup, and observability systems Architect and oversee Veeam and Zerto‑based backup and DR solutions for both VMware and OpenStack environments, ensuring RPO and RTO objectives are met Drive automation of provisioning, configuration, and day‑2 operations using scripting and infrastructure as code Define and implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for core platform components to support reliable operations Create and maintain clear documentation, standards, and runbooks for platform services Provide training and ongoing support to NOC and operations teams, acting as an expert escalation resource Qualifications College diploma or university degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience Significant hands‑on experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, and related VMware technologies in production Experience designing or operating OpenStack or similar open‑cloud platforms, or strong adjacent experience with modern private‑cloud stacks and a desire to specialize in OpenStack Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication and Zerto or similar disaster recovery solutions \ Experience with storage technologies (SAN, NAS, etc.) and integration with virtualization and backup platforms Experience deploying and operating Windows and Linux workloads in virtualized and containerized environments Hands‑on experience with scripting or programming languages for automation, and familiarity with basic database concepts Strong background in technical support, operations, or SRE‑style roles in a team‑based environment Solid understanding of network technologies including VLANs, VXLAN, NSX or similar SDN technologies, routing, switching, and load balancing Strong grasp of virtualization, cloud, and infrastructure design patterns Experience with automation and infrastructure as code tools is a strong asset Advanced troubleshooting skills across compute, storage, and network layers Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with high attention to detail Ability to explain complex technical concepts in business‑friendly, user‑friendly language Effectively prioritizes and executes tasks in a high‑pressure environment Strong customer‑service orientation and willingness to help internal and external stakeholders Highly self‑motivated and directed, with a bias toward ownership and outcomes Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills Work Environment This role is remote or based in Western Canada. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The salary range is $120,000 CAD – $170,000 CAD. Benefits Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr