Platform Engineer (DevOps / Full-Stack Hybrid)

Shield Consulting Solutions; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 25 days

11 paid holidays

Health insurance for employees and 0%?

8% 401(k) employer match

Job summary

Shield Consulting Solutions is seeking a Platform Engineer to deploy and operate containerized systems across three network environments using Kubernetes. The role includes modifying backend Java Spring components and frontend Vue.js code to support production deployments.

The ideal candidate will own deployment processes end-to-end, work with the DevOps team, and ensure smooth standups and stabilization across multiple networks and environments. A hybrid work arrangement is possible.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience deploying and managing containerized applications with Kubernetes.
• Experience developing or modifying applications built with Java / Spring (Spring Boot).
• Experience developing or modifying front‑end applications built with Vue.js (or React/Angular).
• Thorough understanding of Docker and container technology.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployments of distributed web applications (GitLab CI/CD).
• Linux administration experience.
• Experience with Git.

Responsibilities

• Multi-Network Deployment: Deploy the RAD system to three different network environments via Kubernetes, adapting configurations to the constraints of each network.
• Deployment Process Engineering: Design, establish, and document a repeatable deployment process and pipeline for delivering the system and its updates across all target networks.
• Application Modification: Modify and troubleshoot system components built with Java Spring (back-end) and Vue.js (front-end) as needed to support deployment, configuration, and environment-specific requirements.
• Environment Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues spanning infrastructure, middleware, and application layers during environment standup and stabilization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the existing DevOps team, software developers, and system engineers to align deployment practices with the broader RAD architecture and operational standards.

Skills

Kubernetes

Java Spring / Spring Boot

Vue.js

Linux administration

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Tools

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

Vue.js

Java Spring (Spring Boot)

Kubernetes

Linux

Job description

**Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED** Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.

Telework: Up to 1 days/week

Job Description:

• We have an immediate need for a Platform Engineer to support TO-005, Report Authoring and Dissemination (RAD), and lead the deployment of the RAD production system across three network environments.
• This is a hybrid role for a versatile, jack-of-all-trades engineer who is equally comfortable deploying and operating containerized systems via Kubernetes and diving into application code to modify system components.
• The ideal candidate thrives on ownership, working across the full stack and the full deployment lifecycle to stand up new production environments.

Responsibilities

• Multi-Network Deployment: Deploy the RAD system to three different network environments via Kubernetes, adapting configurations to the constraints of each network.
• Deployment Process Engineering: Design, establish, and document a repeatable deployment process and pipeline for delivering the system and its updates across all target networks.
• Application Modification: Modify and troubleshoot system components built with Java Spring (back-end) and Vue.js (front-end) as needed to support deployment, configuration, and environment-specific requirements.
• Environment Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues spanning infrastructure, middleware, and application layers during environment standup and stabilization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the existing DevOps team, software developers, and system engineers to align deployment practices with the broader RAD architecture and operational standards.

Required Experience

• Hands‑on experience deploying and managing containerized applications with Kubernetes
• Experience developing or modifying applications built with Java / Spring (Spring Boot)
• Experience developing or modifying front‑end applications built with Vue.js (or strong experience with a comparable framework such as React or Angular)
• Thorough understanding of Docker and container technology
• Experience with CI/D pipelines and deployments of distributed web applications (e.g., GitLab CI/CD)
• Linux administration experience
• Experience with Git

Desired Experience

• Experience deploying applications across multiple isolated or classified network environments
• AWS experience, including cloud-native architecture and deployment
• Terraform scripting and VM provisioning
• Ansible scripting and development
• Python scripting and development
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch, NiFi, or MongoDB
• Familiarity with domain knowledge surrounding government agency reporting and dissemination policies

Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position