Platform Engineer - Python/Java/AWS/Linux

Captivation Software; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Salary $130,000 - $270,000

Up to 20% 401k contribution

Above Market Hourly Rates

$3,400 HSA Contribution

Company Paid Insurance Benefits

Job summary

A defense technology company in Columbia, MD is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer to contribute to custom software and integration of open-source solutions, primarily in AWS. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in platform engineering, Python programming, and a robust understanding of Linux systems. This role offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and a hybrid working environment, requiring some in-office presence. Security clearance processing will be included for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development.
• Experience developing infrastructure in AWS.
• Solid understanding of Linux systems and shell scripting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Enhance, optimize, or increase robustness of existing code.
• Leverage modern tools to define and manage cloud infrastructure.
• Design and implement core architecture from prototype to operational.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cloud technology (AWS)

Python programming

Linux foundation

Infrastructure as code

Systems integration

Shell scripting (Bash)

CI/CD pipelines

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kubernetes

JIRA

Gitlab

Docker

Ansible

Job description

Columbia, MD - Hybrid

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a Cloud Platform Engineer with experience in Cloud technology (AWS), Python programming skills, and a strong Linux foundation. Will significantly contribute to the development of custom software components and integration of open-source code to address complex time series analysis problems through the use of cutting edge Big Data / Cloud technology. As a result, the candidate will be expected to work autonomously identifying and solving problems quickly while working toward broader strategic goals set by Architects on the team. Work is performed in a hybrid environment with a great team.

Responsibilities

• Strong systems integrator with an eye for opportunity to enhance, optimize, or increase robustness of an existing code base.
• Experience with infrastructure as code and ability to leverage modern tools to define, build and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud.
• Design and implement core architecture and capabilities for software from prototype to operational applications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python or Java) with Bachelors in related field; OR 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Must have experience developing infrastructure in AWS.
• Have a solid understanding of Linux systems, hosts, networks, security, applications and proficiency in shell scripting (Shell/Bash).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• A TS/SCI level security clearance preferred.
• Prior experience or familiarity with DISA’s Big Data Platform or other Big Data systems (e.g. Cloudera’s Distribution of Hadoop, Hortonworks Data Platform, MapR, etc.) is a plus.
• Experience with Kubernetes (or vendor flavor of Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Gitlab-CI, Travis-CI, etc.).
• Understanding of agile software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github, Gitlab, etc.).
• Experience with puppet, ansible, maven, virtualization (ovirt, proxmox, vmware, etc).
• DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certifications may be required in this position as directed by the customer.

Security Clearance

• A current U.S. Government Security clearance is not required at start, but will be processed for a Secret level clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Benefits

• Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
• Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
• Above Market Hourly Rates
• $3,400 HSA Contribution
• Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

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