Platform Engineer

BridgePhase•San Antonio, TX

3d•Remote

About The Position

BridgePhase is seeking a well-rounded engineer to join their DevSecOps and Cloud Infrastructure team supporting the U.S. Air Force Unified Platform Software Factory. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-native platforms and infrastructure on AWS, utilizing Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code principles. The position also requires creating clear documentation and materials to bridge the gap between technical systems and end-users. Ideal candidates are passionate about building automated platforms that enable efficient application deployment and management, balancing technical expertise with business needs.

Requirements

Active Secret Clearance is required
B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, or technical degree or industry experience equivalent
Strong technical aptitude in software engineering
Passion for problem-solving
Drive to learn and grow
Curiosity, adaptability, and a solid foundation in software engineering principles

Nice To Haves

Experience with AWS services and architecture best practices.
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools, particularly Terraform.
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, preferably Amazon EKS.
Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and Podman
Experience with CI/CD tools and practices, particularly GitLab
Scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.
Knowledge of networking concepts and implementation in cloud environments.
Experience with monitoring and observability tools.
Familiarity with GitOps principles and tools like ArgoCD or Flux.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer) are a plus.
Experience with service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio) is beneficial.
Proficient technical writing skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
Experience creating technical documentation, visual aids, diagrams, and instructional design
Desire to work in a ‘badgeless” collaborative team environment consisting of Government clients, other Contractors, and Stakeholders
Ideal candidate would be local to San Antonio as you will be on site as needed.

Responsibilities

Design and implement cloud-native architectures on AWS
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform and TerraGrunt.
Build and optimize Kubernetes clusters on Amazon EKS, including networking, storage, and security configurations.
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
Design and implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and AWS CloudWatch.
Develop and maintain Helm charts for application deployments on Kubernetes.
Implement security best practices and compliance measures across the platform.
Automate operational tasks and create self-service tools for development teams.
Collaborate with development teams to improve application deployment processes and platform usability.
Continuously evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance the platform's capabilities.
Implement and maintain security controls in accordance with DoW standards such as NIST SP 800-53, DISA STIGs, and the DoW Enterprise DevSecOps Reference Design
Maintain and optimize AWS cloud infrastructure and cloud-based resources
Integrate DevSecOps tools and services to enable automated pipelines that support customer applications throughout their SDLC.
Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams and contribute to the development of DevSecOps strategies and roadmaps.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for the platform, including user guides, API documentation, and best practices
Create engaging and informative diagrams to illustrate system architecture and workflows
Design and produce instructional resources such as tutorials, videos, and interactive learning materials
Develop and deliver training sessions to help users effectively leverage the platform

Benefits

Competitive compensation that reflects your skills and impact
Multiple bonus programs rewarding performance, company growth, and employee referrals
Flexible PTO with 20 days to use when you need them
All federal holidays paid to help you truly recharge
Paid sick leave because health always comes first
100% paid parental leave
401(k) with 6% match and no vesting period
Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans with low out-of-pocket costs
Short- and long-term disability and life insurance included
Pet insurance to support your four-legged family
Annual professional development budget for training, certifications, and conferences
Two paid community service days for causes that matter to you
Social pod budget to connect with teammates wherever you live