Enterprise - Platform Engineer - AWS, Kubernetes, Linux

Erias Ventures; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above market pay

401k with vesting

Bonuses for growth

Professional development

Medical coverage

Vision & dental coverage

Disability & life insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Paid time off

Birthday off

Prime membership

Internet reimbursement

Equipment stipend

Company events

Onboarding swag

Job summary

Erias Ventures is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer in a hybrid role based near San Antonio, TX. You will work on AWS-based infrastructure, Linux, and open-source integrations to deliver scalable cloud solutions.

The ideal candidate has strong Python or Go coding skills and a solid Linux foundation, with experience in IaC and modern cloud tooling. Expect collaboration with architects and autonomy to solve complex problems.

Qualifications

• Must have experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS.
• Kubernetes knowledge including cluster admin and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in Docker/Podman and Kubernetes automation tools.
• Solid Linux systems knowledge and shell scripting proficiency.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; hybrid work requirement.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement core architecture for software from prototype to production.
• Develop and deploy cloud infrastructure components and open-source integrations.
• Collaborate with Architects to meet broader strategic goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent problem-solving

Excellent communication

Hybrid work readiness

Security clearance preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

Docker/Podman

Helm

Kustomize

Flux CD

Linux

Shell scripting

Job description

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

We are 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 through the use of 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.

• 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

This position allows partial telework.

Clearance

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.

Experience

Five plus (5+) years of experience with Bachelors in related field; or three (3) years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and nine (9) years relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Must have experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS
• Experience with Kubernetes (or vendor flavor of Kubernetes), including cluster administration and troubleshooting
• Experience with container (Docker/Podman) build tooling, Kubernetes automation tools (e.g. Helm, Kustomize, Flux CD, etc.
• 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 issue
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2 days per week at our San Antonio office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

Desired Skills

• Current Secret or TS/SCI level security clearance preferred
• Five plus (5+) years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python or Go) on a Posix-style (Linux or Mac OS) platform
• Experience with writing automation in CI/CD tooling (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

Benefits

Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $150,000 - $265,000.

Wealth Benefits

• Above Market Hourly Pay
• 11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
• Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
• Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits

• Company subsidized Medical Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance
• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits

• Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
• Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
• Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
• Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
• Onboarding and Annual Swag
• Company Paid Professional Development and Training

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.