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Platform Engineer

GRVTY
Location
Maryland, United States; San Antonio, Texas, United States
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Mission Solutions
Salary
$105,600 - $190,450
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python or Go) with Bachelors in related field; OR 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
  • Experience with OS deployment and orchestration (kickstart, ansible, puppet, etc).
  • Experience with deploying and managing Kubernetes (or vendor flavor of Kubernetes).
  • Experience with container (Docker/Podman) build tooling, Kubernetes automation tools (e.g. Helm, Kustomize, Flux CD, etc.)
  • Experience with programming skills in languages like Python or Go.
  • Solid understanding of Linux systems, hosts, networks, security, applications and proficiency in shell scripting (Shell/Bash).
Nice to have
  • Current Secret or TS/SCI level security clearance preferred.
  • Experience with OS and container hardening (STIGs, CIS benchmarks, PCI compliance, etc).
  • Experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS.
  • Experience with writing automation in CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Gitlab-CI, Travis-CI, Jenkins, etc.).
  • Understanding of agile software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github, Gitlab, etc.)
What the job really is

As a Cloud Platform Engineer at GRVTY, you will work on developing custom software components and integrating open-source code to solve complex problems using Big Data and Cloud technologies. Your role will involve enhancing and optimizing existing code bases, managing virtual infrastructure in the cloud, and implementing core architecture from prototypes to operational applications. You will work autonomously while collaborating with a team in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits
  • Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401k with generous company match
  • Training and Development Opportunities
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the technology stack beyond Kubernetes and cloud technologies, which may imply a focus on legacy systems.
  • The role requires obtaining a security clearance, which may involve a lengthy process for candidates who do not already have one.
  • The hybrid work environment may require frequent travel, which could impact work-life balance.
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