Platform Engineer

Radiance Technologies; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Radiance Technologies is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, implement, and improve a Kubernetes platform at NASIC. You will prototype and deploy solutions using Helm, Argo CD, GitLab, and Harbor, while applying GitOps principles.

You will streamline CI/CD and IaC processes, reduce technical debt, and ensure platform security, scalability, and reliability. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and regular updates to NASIC leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• IAT Level II certification or higher as required by DoD directives.
• Preferred: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative Kubernetes platform solutions using Helm, Argo CD, GitLab, and Harbor.
• Automate processes with Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD to reduce technical debt.
• Ensure security, scalability, and reliability of the platform.
• Maintain platform health with monitoring, alerting, and proactive maintenance.
• Collaborate with development teams to drive platform innovation.
• Provide progress reports and guidance to NASIC leadership and product owners.

Skills

Kubernetes

GitOps

CI/CD

IaC

Security

Cloud deployment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Argo CD

Harbor

GitLab

Terraform

Backstage

Grafana

Prometheus

Velero

Victoria Metrics

Job description

Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned company with benefits that are unmatched by most companies in the Dayton OH area. Employee ownership, generous 401K, full health/dental/life/vision insurance benefits, paid time off, educational reimbursement, competitive salaries, interesting assignments and a pleasant work environment combine to make Radiance Technologies a great place to work and succeed.We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Platform Engineer to join our team. As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and improving our Kubernetes platform using open-source and enterprise solutions on-site at NASIC. You will evaluate the current platform, identify areas for improvement, and make changes to ensure it remains efficient, scalable, and secure. If you are a motivated and skilled engineer with a passion for building and improving platforms, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and Implement Innovative Solutions: Prototype, develop, and implement new solutions to enhance our Kubernetes platform capabilities, leveraging tools such as Helm, Argo CD, GitLab, and Harbor, following GitOps principles.Streamline Processes and Mitigate Technical Debt: Utilize automation, Infrastructure-as-Code, and CI/CD practices, create simplified and well-documented processes while working to reduce technical debt by automating day-to-day tasks where possible.Ensure Security, Scalability, and Reliability: Proactively ensure the platform's security, scalability, and reliability by implementing industry best practices and utilizing appropriate tools.Ensure Platform Health: Ensure high availability and performance of platform deployments by continually working to improve monitoring, alerting, and proactive maintenance.Optimize Platform Performance: Identify bottlenecks and optimize platform performance to ensure scalability and meet the growing demands of the organization.Collaborate for Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with development teams to gather requirements to drive platform innovation and to continually be looking for ways to improve existing offerings.Advise and Brief Government Personnel: Provide progress reports and technological guidance to NASIC leadership and product owners as needed.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5+ years of relevant work experienceActive TS/SCI security clearancePossess and maintain IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+, etc.) certification or higher as required by Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 17-1303, Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8140.01, and DoD 8570.01-M.Preferred QualificationsCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certificationRequired SkillsExcellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skillsMotivation to learn new things in a dynamic environmentAbility to work independently and take ownership of segments of a projectBasic understanding of software development practicesPreferred SkillsProficiency in Kubernetes, Docker/Podman, and cloud-based application deploymentExperience working in cloud-based environments, both internet-connected and air-gappedExperience with Linux-based operating systems, Helm, GitOps, and CI/CDExperience with software such as Argo, Backstage, Coder, Harbor, Grafana, Prometheus, Velero, and Victoria MetricsExperience with Terraform, or other Infrastructure-as-Code toolsStrong understanding of security, auditing, identity, and access management principlesRadiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.