Platform Site Lead - Forward Deployed Engineer

Clarity Innovations; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 352,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Clarity Innovations is seeking a Platform Site Lead - Forward Deployed Engineer to operate at an Annapolis Junction, MD client site. You will guide a multi-functional team and own platform engineering, infrastructure stability, and deployment of emerging AI/LLM tooling into operational workflows.

Expect hands-on work with Linux, Identity management, Terraform, Docker, and network analysis. The role emphasizes leadership and technical excellence, with ongoing learning and mission-focused delivery

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary technical teams in a client-facing setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site lead representing Clarity and coordinating a multi-functional team.
• Provide platform engineering and infrastructure stability for high-complexity cyber operations.
• Lead live Linux system triage, identity management integration, Go/Python development, Terraform automation, Docker builds, and network debugging.

Skills

Terraform / HCL

Go & Python

Networking & Packet analysis

Docker & GitLab CI/CD

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience

Tools

Terraform

Go

Python

WireGuard

Job description

Platform Site Lead - Forward Deployed Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD

Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation’s interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.

Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.

We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.

Position Summary

Serve as the customer site lead providing technical platform engineering and infrastructure stability supporting high-complexity cyber operations. You will be responsible for live Linux system triage, identity management integration (Authentik), Go/Python development, Terraform infrastructure automation, Docker builds, network/routing debugging (WireGuard, packet analysis), and deploying emerging AI/LLM tooling directly into operational workflows. No two days are alike and you will be expected to learn new best practices weekly and do what is required to make mission happen.

• Serves as the site lead representing Clarity and leading a multi-functional team.
• Typically requires a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Leads a technical capability team and contributes to the development and advancement of domain expertise within the organization.
• Guides technical practices, standards, and workforce development within a specific capability area.
• Provides technical leadership to engineers and specialists while also contributing as an individual technical expert when needed.
• Supports capability improvements and helps implement technical strategies aligned with mission needs.
• Typically supervises experienced technical staff within a capability area.

Contract Specific Qualifications

• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / HCL)
• Go & Python Systems Development
• Networking & Packet Analysis (TCP/IP, Routing, WireGuard)
• Containerization & CI/CD (Docker, GitLab)

Nice to Haves

• Technical team management
• Security engineering fundamentals (PKI, x509 certificates, least privilege, threat modeling)
• Reverse engineering / vulnerability research basics (debuggers, disassemblers, binary tracing)
• Kubernetes cluster deployment and pod networking
• Distributed system resilience (retries, idempotency, failure domain handling)
• Automated testing harnesses (integration, regression, and system harness development)

Salary Range: $120,000 - $352,000

Pay Range

The posted pay range reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position and is provided to give candidates a general understanding of the compensation opportunity. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the requirements of the position and a variety of job-related factors, which may include geographic location, applicable Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant experience, skills and competencies, education, certifications, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

Because this position may be performed in multiple locations and may be subject to different contract requirements, the salary ultimately offered may vary based on the applicable location and contract. The posted range is not a guarantee of a specific starting salary or an indication that an offer will be made at any particular point within the range.

Total Rewards

In addition to competitive base pay, Clarity provides a Total Rewards package designed to attract and retain exceptional professionals committed to excellence. Our benefits reflect the value we place on skilled individuals who drive our impact in critical digital missions.

At Clarity, a career means joining a high-performing team advancing vital work in the digital landscape. We encourage you to consider the total value of joining us—competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and resources that support your growth and impact.

Our Total Rewards package includes performance-based bonuses, extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, substantial paid time off and holidays, flexible work arrangements where possible, and a range of income protection benefits. We are committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and ability to contribute to essential digital missions.

We are 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 veteran status.