Kubernetes Platform Engineer

Summary

Join Dark Wolf Solutions as a Kubernetes Platform Engineer and play a vital role in our software development lifecycle (SDLC). You will develop, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines, ensuring seamless security integration. This position requires expertise in cloud systems, coding languages, and IaC/CaC tools. You will build platform services, support Grafana deployments, and develop secure automation workflows. The role involves troubleshooting, documentation, and customer service. This remote position is based out of several Dark Wolf Hub locations.

Requirements

• 5+ years in DevOps or related fields, with increasing responsibility in technical tasks
• 2+ years with CI/CD Tool Chains - Gitlab CI preferred
• 2+ years of hands on experience with Kubernetes and Cloud DevOps
• 1+ years of hands on Grafana experience
• Demonstrated expertise in CI/CD management, security, and workflow optimization
• Strong skills in software development using Java, Spring, Python, or other relevant technologies
• Knowledge of multiple cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Experience with AWS CDK IaC tools
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• DOD 8140 IAT Level II
• US Citizen and an active Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

• Building platform services including Kubernetes, CI/CD tools, application deployment pipelines
• Building and supporting Grafana deployments and dashboards for customers
• Developing and enhancing secure automation workflows using tools like GitLab, Jenkins, or similar platforms
• Using IaC and CaC tools, such as Terraform, Gitlab and Ansible, to manage infrastructure scalability and security
• Troubleshooting, identifying, and innovating solutions for technical challenges in software development and cloud architecture
• Contributing to technical documentation, processing improvements, and project deliverables
• Assisting in handling escalations and providing technical customer service

Preferred Qualifications

Gitlab CI

Benefits

Remote work