Sr. Kubernetes Platform Engineer III (6730)

About the role

Provide platform engineering expertise for containerized environments supporting mission-critical workloads. Design and operate Kubernetes platforms while contributing immediately within a disciplined Agile delivery model.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a collaborative and high-performing team delivering technical solutions within the highest levels of the federal government.
• Design and operate Kubernetes and container platforms supporting mission-critical workloads.
• Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Ensure platform scalability, reliability, performance, and security.
• Participate in Agile execution, planning, and continuous improvement activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in complex environments.
• Communicate platform status, risks, and technical decisions clearly to stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence through technical expertise and professionalism.
• Use creativity and engineering judgment to deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator and Terraform Associate certifications.
• DoD 8140 certification aligned to the 451 System Administrator work role, such as Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, or CISSP.
• 6+ years of experience in systems or DevOps engineering, including at least 3 years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container technologies.
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, and maintaining container orchestration platforms, including Kubernetes or OpenShift.
• Hands-on experience ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of containerized environments in enterprise or mission-critical settings.
• Operational experience managing CI/CD pipelines, container build processes, and infrastructure automation.
• Hands-on experience deploying, managing, and operating container runtimes, orchestration tooling, and supporting services.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes ecosystem tooling including Rancher, Helm, Docker, Cilium, Rook, Ceph, MinIO, S3, and PortWorx.
• Experience leading or assisting in design and implementation on complex integrated container platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline is preferred. Relevant experience may substitute for education requirements.
• Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical operational environment.

This position is designated as essential personnel supporting continuity of operations and may require work during government shutdowns, emergencies, or other critical situations.

Pay

Salary range: $184,000 - $285,000. The final salary offered will be determined based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, internal equity, and organizational needs.

This role is eligible for additional compensation, which may include performance-based bonuses, company-paid training and/or certifications, and referral bonuses.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Parental leave and dependent care
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs