Platform Engineering Leader
Core
Shape engineering alignment across teams by creating reusable platforms, ensuring seamless connectivity, and championing best practices for cloud, AI, and automation to support IKEA's global business goals.
Role type
Senior Platform Engineering Leader (Infrastructure & Networking)
Builds
Scalable, secure, and automated global network and base infrastructure platforms for retail and distribution environments.
Domain
Retail technology, Global Network Infrastructure, Cloud & Hybrid Environments
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Cloud/hybrid ecosystem architecture, Zero-Trust security models, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), Network virtualization, High-availability core services management, Agile delivery leadership, Risk and compliance management
Preferred skills
SD-WAN, SASE, Wireless networking, Data centre operations, AI solution integration
Technologies
Terraform, SD-WAN, SASE, ZTNA, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, Load Balancing
Responsibilities
Align engineering work across multiple teams to maximize platform reusability; Design and implement secure, automated network and infrastructure solutions; Lead technical teams and foster a collaborative engineering culture; Represent the organization in the wider technology community; Drive adoption of modern cloud and AI-driven approaches.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
