Cloud Platform Engineer - AWS, Python/Java, Linux (Hybrid)

Captivation Software; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Salary $130,000 - $270,000

Up to 20% 401k contribution

Above Market Hourly Rates

$3,400 HSA Contribution

Company Paid Insurance Benefits

Job summary

A defense technology company in Columbia, MD is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to contribute to custom software and integration of open-source solutions, primarily in AWS. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in platform engineering, Python programming, and a robust understanding of Linux systems. This role offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and a hybrid working environment, requiring some in-office presence. Security clearance processing will be included for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development.
• Experience developing infrastructure in AWS.
• Solid understanding of Linux systems and shell scripting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Enhance, optimize, or increase robustness of existing code.
• Leverage modern tools to define and manage cloud infrastructure.
• Design and implement core architecture from prototype to operational.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cloud technology (AWS)

Python programming

Linux foundation

Infrastructure as code

Systems integration

Shell scripting (Bash)

CI/CD pipelines

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kubernetes

JIRA

Gitlab

Docker

Ansible

Job description

A defense technology company in Columbia, MD is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to contribute to custom software and integration of open-source solutions, primarily in AWS. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in platform engineering, Python programming, and a robust understanding of Linux systems. This role offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and a hybrid working environment, requiring some in-office presence. Security clearance processing will be included for qualified candidates.