Defense Unicorns - Platform Engineer - Navy (FedD174/FedD175)
Requirements
• Implement infrastructure as code and contribute to the build/maintenance of kubernetes clusters on various distributions (i.e EKS & RKE2). • Implement infrastructure as code • Build relationships with external teams and collaborate with other platform teams. • Build relationships • Travel Expectations: 4-12 times per year. • Travel Expectations: • The listed responsibilities are not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned based on the evolving needs of the organization. We are seeking a dynamic individual who is able to adapt and take on new responsibilities as they arise.
Responsibilities
• You will serve as a crucial link between applications, either custom development, COTS, or OSS, and the Navy platform environment, advocating best practices and facilitating communication between application teams and platform teams. • In this position, you will be expected to: • Innovate and Solve Problems: Evaluate and weigh different methods for solving complex technical problems; identify innovative solutions. • Innovate and Solve Problems: • Demonstrate Technical Skill: Solve technical problems that span 2-3 knowledge domains, showcasing a broad understanding of diverse technological landscapes. Demonstrate expert knowledge in 1-2 key technologies such as full-stack application development, CI/CD, GitOps, Kubernetes, Tofu, AWS, Go, or others, contributing to the team's technical excellence. • Demonstrate Technical Skill: • Influence the Strategic Vision: Contribute to the strategic planning that aligns technological advancements with the mission objectives. • Influence the Strategic Vision: • Exhibit strong programming skills and deep familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems. • Preferred Experience and Qualifications: • Expertise in solving technical problems that span multiple knowledge domains. • Deep knowledge in 1-2 key technologies, demonstrating proficiency in areas such as full-stack application development, GitOps, Kubernetes, Tofu, AWS, Go, or others. • Experience working with YAML to create Kubernetes manifests, Kubernetes CRDs, and pipeline configurations. • Proficient with security automation and familiarity with API Security, Container Security, and Cloud Security. • Proficient in architecture security design, monitoring, and performance instrumentation in a complex enterprise environment. • Experience with continuous delivery, distributed architectures, systems, everything-as-code, containerization, and cloud services. • Experienced in working on a team following an Agile framework in a remote environment. Comfortable leading a team, as required. • Proficient in identifying and articulating gaps in existing processes, helping us iterate to better ways of working. • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. • Proven track record of evaluating and selecting optimal methods for solving complex technical problems. • Experienced at assessing and making decisions on new products, understanding their potential impact on mission objectives. • Ability to mentor, develop and grow junior level engineers in their role through pairing and code reviews. • Hold a security clearance/Eligible to apply for a security clearance. • Possess or ability to obtain a DoD 8570 IAT II certification. • Experienced in Department of Defense work, specifically working on a production Authority to Operate (ATO'd) system. • Experienced with UDS Core, Iron Bank, and/or C-ATO processes. • If you are a skilled Platform Engineer looking to contribute to the growth and success of a dynamic organization, we invite you to apply and join our team.
Benefits
• Health: • Medical/Dental/Vision • Premiums are 100% Company Paid • Health Savings Account • Disability Insurance • Financial: • 401k Retirement Plan • Company Stock Options • Leave: • We offer all full-time Unicorns Flexible Time Off (FTO) plus all Federal Holidays, one week for Thanksgiving, and two weeks for Christmas and New Year’s • Paid Parental Leave • Learning: • Reimbursement for approved trainings/subscriptions • Conferences (travel, lodging, and fees) • Don’t have all the preferred experience or qualifications? Studies show that underrepresented groups like women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don't meet every requirement listed.
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