Systems and Platform Engineer

Via Logic LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a platform engineer to design, deploy, and optimize enterprise Kubernetes clusters supporting AI workloads for mission customers. The role is based on-site at Bethesda, requiring collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams and adherence to federal security standards.

You will implement IaC using Terraform, Salt, Ansible, and scripting languages, while ensuring scalable, secure pipelines and automation across cloud and on-prem environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, EE, or related field.
• 5+ years in Platform or System Engineering.
• Strong Linux expertise (RHEL/Ubuntu/Oracle Linux/Rocky).
• Experience administering Kubernetes clusters and containerized workloads.
• Hands-on Docker container management.
• Experience with AI/ML workflow orchestration (Argo, Airflow, Kubeflow).
• Proficient with RESTful APIs for automation.
• DoD 8570.11-IAT Level II certs; Level III acceptable (CASP+, CCNP Security, CISSP, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Kubernetes Cluster Engineering: design, configure, and maintain enterprise Kubernetes platforms.
• Infrastructure as Code: IaC using Terraform, Salt, Ansible, Bash, Python.
• Collaborate with development teams to design secure, automated pipelines (GitLab CI/CD).
• Troubleshoot complex systems across cloud, network, and platform layers.
• Compliance & Documentation: maintain technical docs, architecture specs, and Linux best practices; support ATO and federal security standards.

Skills

Kubernetes

Linux

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Python

RESTful APIs

Argo/Airflow/Kubeflow

GitLab CI/CD

Security/compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

NVIDIA DGX/HGX platforms

Base Command Manager

Run:AI

NVIDIA AI Enterprise

Storage controllers/HBA

Job description

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development, and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors, talented colleagues, and customers. Your most important work is ahead.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos is looking for a highly skilled platform engineer with deep expertise in operating systems, hardware, GPU, and high-speed networking. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize Kubernetes clusters that power enterprise AI for the mission customers.

This is a 100% on-site position. All work must be performed at the customer site in Bethesda at the Intelligence Community Campus.

Responsibilities

• Kubernetes Cluster Engineering: Design, configure, and maintain enterprise Kubernetes platforms. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to define and optimize Kubernetes architecture, ensuring they meet performance, efficiency, and feature requirements.
• Infrastructure as Code: Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Salt, Ansible, Bash, Python or similar frameworks.
• Collaborate with development teams to design and implement secure, automated, and repeatable pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD).
• Troubleshot complex systems issues across cloud, network, and platform layers.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain technical documentation, architectural specifications, and Linux best practices. Support ATO (Authority to Operate) and ensure compliance with federal security standards.

You Bring

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years in Platform Engineering or System Engineering experience.
• Strong expertise with Linux distributions. (RHEL, Ubuntu, Oracle Linux, and Rocky).
• Experience administering Kubernetes clusters, including deploying, scaling, and maintaining containerized workloads.
• Hands-on experience creating, managing, and troubleshooting Docker containers and container images throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Experience with Kubernetes cluster management and AI/ML workflow orchestration (Argo, Airflow, and Kubeflow).
• Strong track record with consuming, and troubleshooting RESTful APIs for platform integration and automation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate within a team.
• Candidate must, at a minimum, meet DoD 8570.11- IAT Level II certification requirements (currently Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP along with an appropriate computing environment (CE) certification). An IAT Level III certification would also be acceptable (CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCSP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing NVIDIA GPU data center platforms. (DGX, HGX, H200, H100, 200, B300, L40S).
• Experience with NVIDIA enterprise tools such as Base Command Manager, Run:AI, Nvidia AI Enterprise.
• Knowledge of enterprise server components (storage/network controllers, HBA, SSDs).
• Familiarity with GPU virtualization and cloud computing.
• Experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS.
• Knowledge of distributed resource scheduling systems. (Slurm , LSF, Open MPI,etc.)

Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required OR active TS/SCI and willingness to obtain and maintain a Poly.
• US Citizenship is required due to the nature of the government contracts we support.

What You’ll Gain

At Leidos, your work directly supports some of the most critical missions in the intelligence community. You'll be part of a high-performing, collaborative environment where your contributions shape national security operations. Whether optimizing secure networks, refining system baselines, or integrating next-generation technologies, you’ll find meaningful work, continuous technical challenges, and a clear path for advancement.

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “What’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still arguing step 2... good. You’ll fit right in.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.