Platform Engineer/ GitOps/Kubernetes

Join a growing technology-driven organization supporting mission-critical environments through modern platform engineering and cloud-native infrastructure. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an experienced Senior Platform Engineer who is passionate about Kubernetes, automation, CI/CD, and secure software delivery across on-premises, air-gapped, private cloud, and regulated cloud environments. You'll work with technologies including Kubernetes, Python, Helm, Docker, Podman, GitOps, and cloud-native observability tools.

This role offers the opportunity to build and evolve enterprise-scale platform capabilities that directly impact software delivery across multiple teams. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges, enabling developer productivity, and driving automation at scale. You'll have the chance to influence platform strategy, work with cutting-edge open-source technologies, and help establish best practices for secure, repeatable software delivery in highly regulated environments. Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, Systems Administration, or Software Engineering
• Strong experience supporting both on-premises and cloud-based environments, including air-gapped deployments
• Expertise with Kubernetes administration, engineering, and operations
• Experience with Python scripting and infrastructure automation
• Hands-on experience with Helm for Kubernetes application packaging and deployments
• Knowledge of container technologies including Docker and/or Podman

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with GitOps methodologies and tooling
• Knowledge of Kubernetes observability, monitoring, logging, and tracing solutions
• Experience implementing Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offerings
• Familiarity with cloud-native open-source ecosystems
• Experience with disaster recovery and high-availability architectures
• Background supporting highly regulated or secure environments
• Strong collaboration and knowledge-sharing skills

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown

• 40% Kubernetes Platform Engineering
• 25% CI/CD, Automation & DevOps
• 15% Containerization (Docker/Podman)
• 10% Observability & Monitoring
• 10% Security & Infrastructure Operations

Daily Responsibilities

• 75% Hands-On Engineering
• 10% Platform Design & Architecture
• 15% Team Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

You will:

• Engineer and maintain upstream Kubernetes environments supporting scalable software delivery
• Build automation using Python and Helm to streamline deployments and platform operations
• Design secure-by-default platform capabilities with integrated security controls
• Create reusable platform services that accelerate development teams and customer outcomes
• Develop and support enterprise CI/CD tooling and delivery pipelines
• Implement observability solutions utilizing logs, metrics, and distributed tracing

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.