Platform Engineer

Radiance Technologies; Ohio; Sur place; USD 120 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Radiance Technologies is seeking a Platform Engineer to design, implement, and improve a Kubernetes platform on-site at NASIC. You will evaluate the existing setup, automate tasks, and ensure scalable, secure operations while partnering with development teams.

This role requires strong cloud/Kubernetes skills and a TS/SCI clearance. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with GitOps tools, CI/CD, and open-source enterprise solutions, plus a commitment to security and reliability in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Possess and maintain IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+, etc.) or higher as required by DoD guidance.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Learning agility

Ownership

Software development basics

Formation

B.S. in STEM

Outils

Kubernetes

Docker/Podman

Terraform

Argo CD

Harbor

Grafana

Prometheus

Velero

Victoria Metrics

Backstage

Argo

GitOps

Description du poste

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Design 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 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Possess 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 Qualifications

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification

Required Skills

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Motivation to learn new things in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of segments of a project
• Basic understanding of software development practices

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Kubernetes, Docker/Podman, and cloud-based application deployment
• Experience working in cloud-based environments, both internet-connected and air-gapped
• Experience with Linux-based operating systems, Helm, GitOps, and CI/CD
• Experience with software such as Argo, Backstage, Coder, Harbor, Grafana, Prometheus, Velero, and Victoria Metrics
• Experience with Terraform, or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools
• Strong understanding of security, auditing, identity, and access management principles

Radiance 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.