Platform Developer (Kubernetes / Data Platforms) MULTIPLE OPENINGS/LEVELS

Altamira Technologies Corp. • McLean, VA

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About The Position

Altamira is seeking a Platform Developer to support the design, development, and deployment of containerized applications and data services within secure, mission-critical environments. This role focuses on building and maintaining Kubernetes-based platforms and developing scalable, reliable data-driven applications.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience developing applications for Kubernetes environments, working with modern databases, and supporting platform automation in highly regulated settings.

Requirements

• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Entry level to 10+ years of experience in software or platform development roles
• Hands-on experience developing applications for Kubernetes environments
• Experience working with ArangoDB and/or PostgreSQL
• Experience writing and maintaining Helm charts
• Strong understanding of containerization and microservices architectures
• Experience with Git-based version control systems
• Ability to operate in secure, compliance-driven environments

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing distributed or data-intensive applications
• Familiarity with service mesh or advanced Kubernetes networking concepts
• Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community programs
• Experience with CI/CD tools and automation frameworks
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools
• Experience with performance tuning and database optimization
• Experience working in hybrid or air-gapped environments

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain containerized applications deployed on Kubernetes platforms
• Develop and optimize applications utilizing ArangoDB and PostgreSQL
• Create, maintain, and manage Helm charts for application deployment and configuration
• Support application packaging, versioning, and release management processes
• Collaborate with platform, infrastructure, and security teams to support system requirements
• Implement best practices for scalability, reliability, and performance
• Troubleshoot application, database, and deployment issues in distributed environments
• Support continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Participate in system accreditation, compliance, and audit activities
• Document system designs, configurations, and operational procedures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level