Software Engineer with DevOps

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent solutions company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer (DevOps) in Dayton, Ohio. This position requires 2–10 years of experience in DevOps, including hands-on work with Docker and Kubernetes. Candidates must have an active TS clearance. The role involves designing scalable applications and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in a collaborative environment impacting national security. The ideal candidate should possess strong programming skills in Python and be proficient in Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of DevOps experience.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Active TS clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable applications.
• Build and manage systems with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Python

Linux/Unix

Docker

Kubernetes

Git version control

DevSecOps principles

RESTful microservices

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Terraform

Ansible

Jira

Job description

Software Engineer (DevOps) – Dayton, Ohio

Note: Active TS clearance required; TS/SCI preferred

Overview

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is seeking a dynamic Software Engineer with 2–10 years of DevOps experience to design and deliver mission‑critical applications for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. This role offers the opportunity to innovate, collaborate, and directly impact national security through modern software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

As part of a small, highly skilled team, you will enhance and modernize cloud architectures supporting vital operations:

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable applications in containerized environments
• Build and manage systems with Docker and Kubernetes
• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable delivery
• Develop and optimize ETL pipelines for efficient data processing
• Configure and maintain message queuing systems (RabbitMQ, etc.)
• Automate infrastructure management with Python scripting
• Monitor performance, improve reliability, and drive efficiency
• Collaborate on best practices for deployment and infrastructure
• Promote clarity and maintainability through clean design and lightweight documentation

Technical Expertise

• Skilled in multiple programming languages; Python preferred
• Familiar with Python data science libraries (NumPy, pandas, SciPy)
• Experience developing RESTful microservices (FastAPI, Spring Boot)
• Refactored legacy systems into containerized/microservice architectures
• Strong understanding of scaling strategies (vertical/horizontal)
• Built and maintained ETL pipelines; worked with RabbitMQ or similar brokers
• Knowledge of database optimization and administration
• Experience with Agile workflows (Jira, sprints)
• Used quality/security scanning tools (SonarQube, NexusIQ, Trivy)
• Deployed and troubleshot applications in Kubernetes clusters
• Managed secure container registries and applied image hardening
• Familiar with Infrastructure‑as‑Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)
• Used monitoring/observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
• Applied security best practices and compliance requirements

Certifications (Preferred):

AWS DevOps Engineer, CKA, CKAD

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience building, deploying, and maintaining production systems
• Proficient with Linux/Unix (Rocky, RHEL, or similar)
• Skilled in Python or other modern languages (C/C++, Java)
• Hands‑on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Helm
• Understanding of DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Familiar with cloud platforms (AWS, GovCloud, Azure, GCP)
• Strong Git version control skills
• Excellent problem‑solving, collaboration, and communication abilities
• CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Active TS clearance required; TS/SCI preferred

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We refer candidates based on their qualifications and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.