Platform Engineer

BW Design Group; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in California is seeking a Corporate Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Partner with extensive expertise in Kubernetes and Docker. This position involves working closely with DevOps teams and developing production-standard containerized applications. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in cloud solutions and a passion for engineering consulting. The role offers a competitive salary of $130,000–$170,000 and a supportive company culture.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of direct DevOps or cloud solutions architecture experience.
• 3–5+ years with Kubernetes specifically in production environments.
• Hands-on experience building and optimizing Docker containers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in containerizing industrial applications using Docker.
• Develop and maintain Kubernetes configurations for automated deployments.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines with Kubernetes.

Skills

DevOps experience

Kubernetes in production

Docker containers

Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Go)

CI/CD integration

Kubernetes networking

Good communication skills

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitOps tools (ArgoCD)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GKE)

Job description

Corporate Recruiter/Talent Acquisition Partner, Engineering, Consulting, and Technical Services

Join one of our 45 offices in the United States and be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals. Work directly with clients shaping the world. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business, empowered to make an impact, and challenged on your path to becoming a world‑class professional consultant.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in containerizing industrial applications (e.g., Ignition by Inductive Automation) using Docker, ensuring compatibility with production manufacturing workloads.
• Develop and maintain Kubernetes configurations, including manifests, Helm charts, operators, and ArgoCD application sets, to support automated, GitOps‑driven deployments.
• Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) with Kubernetes for seamless project delivery.
• Support the implementation of advanced Kubernetes features such as auto‑scaling, rollouts, and high‑availability setups.
• Contribute to troubleshooting and optimizing Kubernetes clusters (cloud or on‑prem) for performance, security, and cost efficiency.
• Work with SCADA/MES engineers to translate application requirements into containerized, Kubernetes‑native solutions, ensuring alignment with client needs.
• Contribute to developing firm‑wide standards and procedures for developing client‑owned production containerized applications.
• Represent the company positively, aligning with our culture and guiding principles of leadership.

What You’ll Bring

• 6+ years of direct DevOps or cloud solutions architecture experience.
• 3–5+ years of experience with Kubernetes specifically in production environments, ideally with stateful or complex applications.
• Hands‑on experience building and optimizing Docker containers for production workloads.
• Proficiency in writing Kubernetes YAML manifests, Helm charts, or Custom Resource Definitions.
• Familiarity with GitOps tools such as ArgoCD (or FluxCD).
• Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or Go for automation tasks.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their integration with Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes networking, storage, and security concepts.
• Willingness to learn industrial automation platforms (e.g., Ignition, FactoryTalk, Wonderware).
• Experience in manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS EKS, Azure AKS, GKE) or on‑prem Kubernetes is a bonus.
• Exposure to monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) or Java‑based development is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Personal ownership of success in developing industry standards and enterprise direction in containerized industrial applications.
• Willingness to travel as needed for project requirements.
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer credentials are preferred.
• Minimum B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

The approximate pay range for this position is $130,000–$170,000.

Our culture and commitment to our people are what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in individual and collective success. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path.

As a Sr. Software Engineer, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with support from professional development resources and mentorship programs, including a First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources.

Feel like you’re on the path but not quite there yet? We’d love to connect with you to grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.