Platform Engineer

Jacobs; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing Plan

Individual Benefits Account

Medical benefits

Stock options

Job summary

Jacobs in the United States is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Platform Engineer to design, implement and maintain specialized developer platforms, automate infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, and ensure security across high‑performance computing products.

You will build and manage Linux systems (on‑prem and cloud), collaborate with engineers, and develop tooling using Bash, Python and Ansible, plus deploy containerized apps in Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of hands-on Linux system administration experience.
• At least 1 year of Kubernetes experience.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and automation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Experience with installation and implementation of hardware, software and networking equipment.
• Familiarity with hardware vendors and cloud providers (e.g., HP/Dell; AWS/Azure).
• Ability to create and maintain clear technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.
• Active TS with SCI eligibility; willingness to take a polygraph exam.
• Ability to obtain CompTIA Security+ CE within the first 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Linux systems (on-premise and cloud infrastructure).
• Provide hardware and software support for users, customers and personnel.
• Collaborate with engineers to design, implement and test features for Knack Works’ HPC products.
• Develop and maintain system documentation.
• Automate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Ansible, Python or Bash.
• Deploy, upgrade and manage containerized applications in Kubernetes.
• Build containerized applications, Helm charts, and test deployments in Dev/Test clusters.
• Follow change management and implementation best practices.
• Coordinate remediation of vulnerabilities with security teams.

Skills

Kubernetes

Linux system administration

DevOps practices

Scripting (bash/python/ansible)

Technical documentation

Security fundamentals

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes tooling

Job description

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Knack Works is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Junior to Mid-Level Platform Engineer to support the design, implementation and maintenance of our specialized developer platforms. The role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience building and maintaining platforms, automating infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring security and compliance, collaborating with development teams and providing tools to help developers within the platforms.

What We Offer

Knack Works offers an employer funded Profit-Sharing Plan (PSP) valued at up to 25% of base salary and an Individual Benefits Account (IBA), a use or get paid out benefits package, also valued up to 25% of base salary to cover medical benefits.

Total Package Value Base + PSP + IBA - Up to $270,000

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Hands-on exposure to real-world, rewarding projects
• Supportive team environment with mentoring by some of the best in the field
• Competitive salaries, and outstanding benefits package with many lucrative perks
• Training and certification support

Responsibilities

• Manage Linux systems (on-premise and cloud infrastructure)
• Provide hardware and software support for users, customers and personnel
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to design, implement and test features and functionality to support Knack Works’ high performance computing products
• Support the development of system documentation
• Develop and define techniques and tools to support the most efficient solution to meet program needs
• Maintain and provide technical expertise in all areas of hardware, software and networking
• Ability to troubleshoot systems, performance, and security issues
• Follow change management and implementation best practices
• Collaborate with systems, security, and support teams as needed
• Scripting experience (e.g., bash, python, ansible, etc)
• Execute and coordinate the end-to-end remediation of critical and high-risk vulnerabilities, including analysis, patching, mitigation, and validation.
• Deploy, upgrade and manage containerized applications in a Kubernetes Cluster
• Build containerized applications to include building containers, writing helm charts, and testing helm deployments in Dev and Test Kubernetes Clusters
• Automate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Ansible, Python or Bash

Here’s what you’ll need

• 3-7 years of hands-on Linux system administration experience
• At least 1 year of experience working with Kubernetes Clusters or related cloud native technology
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and automation
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
• Experience with installation and implementation of hardware, software and networking equipment
• Familiarity with common hardware vendors (e.g., HP, Dell, etc.) and cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Ability to create and maintain clear technical documentation
• Strong troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and collaborations skills with the ability to work in a team environment
• Experience working in development and operational environments
• A current active TS with SCI eligibility and willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification within the first 6 months of employment

Desired Requirements

• Current TS/SCI with Poly
• Hypervisor configuration and maintenance experience (e.g., VMware, Libvirt)
• CompTIA Security+ CE certification
• Experience with
• System monitoring tools
• Linux OS (RHEL/Rocky/Fedora/RHEL compatible)
• Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure or similar)
• Experience working in an enterprise or multi-site environments
• Kubernetes experience
• LDAP knowledge

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and Profit-Sharing Plan (PSP) which includes both PSP contributions and an optional 401(k) plan (available immediately (i.e., no deferment or wait period), and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.