Enterprise - Platform Engineer - Python, AWS, Linux

Erias Ventures•San Antonio, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Erias Ventures is seeking a Cloud Platform Engineer experienced with AWS, programming in Python or Go, and Linux. The engineer will contribute to developing custom software components and integrating open-source code to address complex problems using Big Data and cloud technologies. The role involves working autonomously to identify and resolve problems while pursuing broader strategic goals established by team architects. The ideal candidate is a strong systems integrator who can identify opportunities to enhance, optimize, and improve the robustness of existing code. The position includes defining, building, and managing cloud infrastructure with infrastructure-as-code tools, and designing and implementing core software architecture and capabilities from prototype through operational applications. Work is hybrid, with an average of two days per week at the San Antonio office; partial telework is allowed. The employee must be a U.S. citizen and must obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, though clearance is not required on the first day.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience in platform engineering or software development using Python or Go, with a bachelor's degree in a related field; or three years of relevant experience with a master's degree in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and nine years of relevant experience.
Experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS.
Experience with Kubernetes or a vendor flavor of Kubernetes.
Solid understanding of Linux systems, hosts, networks, security, and applications, and proficiency in Shell/Bash scripting.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment, averaging two days per week at the San Antonio office.
Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes as needed.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance; clearance is not required on day one.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience or familiarity with DISA’s Big Data Platform or other Big Data systems, such as Cloudera’s Distribution of Hadoop, Hortonworks Data Platform, or MapR.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as GitLab-CI, Travis-CI, or Jenkins.
Understanding of agile software development methodologies and standard software development tool suites such as JIRA, Confluence, GitHub, or GitLab.
Experience with Puppet, Ansible, Maven, or virtualization platforms such as oVirt, Proxmox, or VMware.
DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certifications may be required as directed by the customer.

Responsibilities

Develop custom software components and integrate open-source code to address complex problems using Big Data and cloud technologies.
Identify and solve problems autonomously while working toward strategic goals set by team architects.
Enhance, optimize, and improve the robustness of existing code.
Use infrastructure-as-code and modern tools to define, build, and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud.
Design and implement core software architecture and capabilities from prototype through operational applications.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

11% Roth or Traditional 401(k) with immediate vesting and deposit.
Spot bonuses for assisting with business development and company growth.
Professional development bonuses for certificates and degrees.
Company-subsidized medical coverage.
100% company-paid vision and dental coverage.
100% company-paid long-term disability, short-term disability, and group life insurance.
Monthly wellness reimbursement.
Paid time off with flexible work schedules and a birthday off.
Amazon Prime membership and monthly internet reimbursement.
Technology and productivity allowance for equipment and supplies.
Morale-building and company events.
Onboarding and annual swag.
Company-paid professional development and training.