Platform Engineer

GRVTY

$105K — $190K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active U.S. citizenship; security clearance must be obtained and maintained.
  • 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python/Go) with a relevant Bachelor's degree; or equivalent experience with a Master's degree; or High School diploma with 9 years of experience.
  • Proficiency in OS deployment and orchestration tools (e.g., kickstart, ansible, puppet).
  • Experience with Kubernetes deployment and management.
  • Familiarity with container build tools (Docker/Podman) and Kubernetes automation tools (e.g., Helm, Kustomize).
  • Solid understanding of Linux systems, networks, and application security; proficiency in Shell/Bash scripting.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Enhance and optimize existing code by identifying integration opportunities.
  • Leverage infrastructure as code to manage cloud infrastructure using modern tools.
  • Design and implement core software architecture from prototypes to operational applications.
  • Work autonomously to identify and resolve complex issues rapidly.
  • Collaborate with team Architects to align solutions with strategic goals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees and families.
  • Financial wellness programs for better financial management.
  • Retirement planning assistance for secure future.
  • Family assistance support to help manage personal responsibilities.
  • Opportunities for continued education and professional development.
  • Paid time off to promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
What Impact You'll Have

GRVTY is looking for a Cloud Platform Engineer with experience in Cloud technology (AWS), programming skills in languages like Python or Go, and a strong Linux foundation. Will significantly contribute to the development of custom software components and integration of open-source code to address complex problems using cutting edge Big Data / Cloud technology. As a result, the candidate will be expected to work autonomously identifying and solving problems quickly while working toward broader strategic goals set by Architects on the team. Work is performed in a hybrid environment with a great team.

What You'll be Owning
  • The ideal candidate is a strong systems integrator with an eye for opportunity to enhance, optimize, or increase robustness of an existing code base.
  • The candidate should have experience with infrastructure as code and be able to leverage modern tools to define, build and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud.
  • Design and implement core architecture and capabilities for software from prototype to operational applications.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What You Must Have
  • An active U.S. Government Security clearance is not required to start. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. U.S. citizenship required.
  • 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.
  • Have a solid understanding of Linux systems, hosts, networks, security, applications and proficiency in shell scripting (Shell/Bash).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD or San Antonio office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.
  • If working from the Columbia, MD office, must be willing to travel to San Antonio, TX on average 3-4 days every three months.

What Would be 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.)
  • Experience with puppet, ansible, maven, virtualization (ovirt, proxmox, vmware, etc).
  • Prior experience or familiarity with DISA's Big Data Platform or other Big Data systems (e.g. Cloudera CDH Hadoop, MapR Hadoop, Databricks, Apache Spark, etc..) is a plus.
  • DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certifications may be required in this position as directed by the customer.


Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors-such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We're proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.
  • The pay range for this position is: $105,600 - $190,450


Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors-such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We're proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Maryland Pay Range

$105,600-$190,450 USD

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