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Platform Engineer

Defense Unicorns
Location
Remote, United States
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Federal Delivery
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Proven experience as a Platform Engineer or similar role, with a focus on system architecture and development.
  • Demonstrated experience with cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes, Google Cloud, and Docker.
  • Familiarity with continuous delivery, distributed architectures, systems, everything-as-code, containerization, and cloud services.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Ansible) and a basic understanding of shell scripting.
  • Proficient with YAML.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
Nice to have
  • Active Secret security clearance or higher.
  • Experienced in working on a team following an Agile framework in a remote environment.
  • Experience with security automation and familiarity with API Security, Container Security, and Cloud Security.
  • Familiar with architecture security design, monitoring, and performance instrumentation in a complex enterprise environment.
  • Possess a DoD 8570 IAT II certification.
What the job really is

As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the platform, focusing on Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies. Your role includes automating production environments, validating solutions, and facilitating communication between application and platform teams. You will also solve problems independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate various components into a cohesive platform.

Benefits
  • Medical/Dental/Vision premiums are 100% Company Paid
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Company Stock Options
Things to weigh
  • Position requires U.S. citizenship due to government contracting.
  • Active Secret clearance highly preferred, which may limit some candidates.
  • Role involves a significant amount of independent problem-solving without explicit architecture guidance.
  • Travel expectations of 10%–25% may not suit all candidates.
Job score3.4/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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