Enterprise - Platform Engineer - AWS, Kubernetes, Shell

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

Benefits offered by this job

Above market pay

401k with vesting

Signing bonuses

Professional development

Medical coverage

Vision & Dental

Disability & Life

Wellness reimbursement

Paid time off

Birthday off

Job summary

Erias Ventures seeks a Cloud Platform Engineer to build cloud-native solutions on AWS, leveraging Python or Go, with a strong Linux foundation. You will work on modern big data and cloud tooling, and contribute to architecture from prototype to production in a hybrid setup with some on-site days in San Antonio.

The role emphasizes infrastructure as code, open-source integration, and collaboration with Architects to deliver robust, scalable systems. U.S.

Qualifications

• AWS infrastructure development and deployment experience.
• Experience with Kubernetes or vendor Kubernetes.
• Strong Linux systems, networks, security, and shell scripting knowledge.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid environment in San Antonio.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement core architecture for software from prototype to production.
• Develop and integrate open-source components in cloud environments.
• Collaborate with Architects to meet strategic goals.
• Define, build, and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud using IaC.
• Perform system integration and optimization to improve robustness.

Skills

AWS

Kubernetes

Linux systems

Shell scripting

Python

Go

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CI/CD (Gitlab-CI/Travis-CI/Jenkins)

Puppet

Ansible

Maven

Virtualization (ovirt, proxmox, vmware)

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 at start, but will be processed for a Secret level clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Experience

Five (5) years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python or Go) 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)
• 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 2 days per week at our San Antonio office
• Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed

Desired Skills

• Prior experience or familiarity with DISA's Big Data Platform or other Big Data systems (e.g. Cloudera's Distribution of Hadoop, Hortonworks Data Platform, MapR, etc..) is a plus
• Experience with 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)
• DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certifications may be required in this position as directed by the customer

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

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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.