Cloud Platform Engineer

Jobtailor; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Office in Columbia, MD & San Antonio

Job summary

Northstratis is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer with AWS experience and strong Python or Go skills. You will help design core architecture and integrate open-source components for advanced Big Data and cloud solutions.

The role requires robust Linux expertise, container orchestration, and infrastructure as code with a focus on automation and security compliance. A hybrid work model is supported with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or higher with relevant experience.
• Experience deploying OS and containers with automation tooling.
• Strong Linux, cloud infra, and scripting capabilities.
• Hands-on with AWS and DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to work in a hybrid office environment and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement core architecture for cloud software from prototype to production.
• Integrate open-source components to solve complex problems in Big Data / Cloud tech.
• Develop and manage infrastructure as code, automation, and security compliance.
• Enhance, optimize, and harden existing code bases and deployments.

Skills

Python

Go

Linux

Kubernetes

Docker

Ansible

Puppet

CI/CD Pipelines

Shell Scripting

Big Data Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Gitlab-CI

Jenkins

JIRA

Confluence

Helm

Kustomize

Flux CD

Maven

Virtualization Tools

DISA's Big Data Platform

Job description

• Northstratis seeking 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 through the use of cutting-edge Big Data / Cloud technology.
• 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.

Requirements

• A current U.S. Government Security clearance is not required on day 1, but will be processed for one; U.S. citizenship required. Can also consider candidates with current Secret or TS level clearance.
• Must have 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.
• Must have 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.
• You must 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.
• A 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.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Cloud Technology, particularly AWS, with strong programming skills in Python or Go. Proficient in Linux systems, container orchestration, and infrastructure as code, with a solid foundation in automation and security compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Cloud Technology (AWS)
• Python Programming
• Kubernetes Management
• Infrastructure as Code
• Linux Systems Proficiency

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Python
• Go
• Linux
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• Ansible
• Puppet
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Shell Scripting
• Big Data Systems

Soft Skills

• Problem-Solving
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II

Industry Keywords

• OS Deployment
• Container Hardening
• PCI Compliance
• Agile Methodologies
• Security Clearance

Tools & Technologies

• Gitlab-CI
• Jenkins
• JIRA
• Confluence
• Helm
• Kustomize
• Flux CD
• Maven
• Virtualization Tools
• DISA's Big Data Platform