Platform Engineer

Job#: 3051945

Job Description:

Platform Engineer

Location: Dahlgren, VA

Employment Type: Contract to Hire

Employment Length: 6 months contract (conversion based on performance)

Pay: $66,000 - $120,000 /Yr.

Job Description:

• Develop and maintain container orchestration infrastructure using Kubernetes and related technologies
• Design and implement Platform as a Service (PaaS) solutions to support containerized application deployments
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Ansible, YAML, Bash, and Python for system configuration and deployment
• Support the integration of containerized combat system components into the infrastructure platform
• Participate in technical meetings and provide technical expertise to development teams
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure processes, procedures, and architectures
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and provide technical solutions
• Support rapid iteration and deployment cycles in an agile environment
• Collaborate with systems engineering and development teams to implement technical requirements
• Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based systems (primarily RHEL) in both development and operational environments
• Support the transition from traditional deployment models to microservices-based architectures
• Ensure infrastructure solutions meet security requirements for classified system deployments

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline
• Ability and willingness to routinely work in a CUI development environment onsite at the laboratory
• Working knowledge of Linux operating systems (RHEL preferred)
• Working knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and Ansible
• Familiarity with YAML configuration and declarative infrastructure practices
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving requirements
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of technical responsibilities
• Basic understanding of system of systems concepts and complex system architectures
• Ability to participate effectively in technical meetings and communicate technical concepts clearly

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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