Kubernetes Platform SRE — On-Prem & Cloud, TS Clearance

Linuxconfig; Hawthorne (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer for the Kubernetes Platform in Hawthorne, CA. This role supports a mission‑critical, classified IT environment with a focus on scalable, secure, and autonomous systems.

Responsibilities include automating deployment, scaling on‑prem hardware for GPU ML workloads, and collaborating with software engineers to deliver highly maintainable products. Active TS/SCI clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years in relevant field as alternative.
• Experience with Kubernetes required.
• Experience with Linux operating systems and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation to deploy and manage compute resources on‑premises and in the cloud.
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Skills

Kubernetes

Linux

Bash/Python scripting

DevOps

Site Reliability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or an engineering discipline

2+ years of professional experience in software, DevOps, or site reliability engineering in lieu of a degree

Tools

Kubernetes

Linux OS

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer for the Kubernetes Platform in Hawthorne, CA. This role supports a mission‑critical, classified IT environment with a focus on scalable, secure, and autonomous systems.

Responsibilities include automating deployment, scaling on‑prem hardware for GPU ML workloads, and collaborating with software engineers to deliver highly maintainable products. Active TS/SCI clearance preferred.