[Remote] Platform Engineer
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MANTECH International Corporation is a leader in delivering advanced solutions to government intelligence and defense sectors. They are seeking a Platform Engineer to onboard product teams into a production environment and ensure product success through collaboration and expertise in containerization.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical liaison for onboarding product teams into the production environment
- Maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot production environments utilizing Kubernetes, OpenShift, and VMWare PKS Essentials
- Collaborate closely with the core Platform Team to align product team needs with platform capabilities, ensuring seamless integration and success
- Implement and manage DevSecOps pipelines and workflows using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or similar CI/CD technologies
- Develop, test, and maintain containerized applications to ensure high availability, security, and performance
- Oversee Source Version Control and execute Build/Release methodologies effectively
- Manage and optimize the software build process for various product teams
- Documenting system configurations and deployment processes to maintain a robust library of technical documentation
Skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 4+ years of mid-level experience
- Proven experience developing, testing, and maintaining containerized applications utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift
- Experienced in providing DevSecOps implementation using Jenkins, GitLab, or similar automation tools
- Working knowledge of Source Version Control and Build/Release tools and methodologies
- Working knowledge of the Software Build process and its application within a production environment
- Strong understanding of product lifecycles, platform architecture, and application containerization
- An active Secret clearance is required
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP certification)
- Advanced knowledge of specific product and platform architectures within secure environments
- Experience with VMWare PKS Essentials
- Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), AWS/Azure certifications, or Security+
- Experience mentoring junior team members and leading technical initiatives with cyber risk and compliance automation tools
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Short-term and long-term Disability
- Retirement and Savings
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Wellness programs
- Other optional benefit elections
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