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. Remote work is supported from various Dark Wolf locations. The role involves building platform services, supporting Grafana deployments, developing secure automation workflows, and troubleshooting technical challenges. A competitive salary is offered.

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

Benefits

• This position will be a remote role based out of a Dark Wolf Hub: Herndon, VA, Colorado Springs, CO, Ogden, UT, and Omaha, NE
• The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $140,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset