Enterprise - Platform Engineer - Kubernetes, Docker, Linux

Erias Ventures•Columbia, MD

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Erias Ventures is seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers. We are looking for a Cloud Platform Engineer with experience in Cloud technology (AWS), programming skills in languages like Python or Go, and a strong Linux foundation. This role will significantly contribute to the development of custom software components and integration of open-source code to address complex problems through the use of cutting edge Big Data / Cloud technology. The candidate will be expected to work autonomously identifying and solving problems quickly while working toward broader strategic goals set by Architects on the team. Work is performed in a hybrid environment with a great team. The ideal candidate is a strong systems integrator with an eye for opportunity to enhance, optimize, or increase robustness of an existing code base. The candidate should have experience with infrastructure as code and be able to leverage modern tools to define, build and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud. Design and implement core architecture and capabilities for software from prototype to operational applications. Other duties as assigned. This position allows partial telework. A current U.S. Government Security clearance is not required on day 1, but will be processed for one; U.S. citizenship required. Can also consider candidates with current Secret or TS level clearance.

Requirements

Experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS
Experience with Kubernetes (or vendor flavor of Kubernetes), including cluster administration and troubleshooting
Experience with container (Docker/Podman) build tooling
Experience with Kubernetes automation tools (e.g. Helm, Kustomize, Flux CD, etc.)
Solid understanding of Linux systems, hosts, networks, security, applications
Proficiency in shell scripting (Shell/Bash)
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Must be willing to travel to San Antonio, TX on average 3-4 days every three months
Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD office
Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed
U.S. citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Current Secret or TS/SCI level security clearance preferred
Five plus (5+) years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python or Go) on a Posix-style (Linux or Mac OS) platform
Experience with writing automation in CI/CD tooling (e.g. Gitlab-CI, Travis-CI, Jenkins, etc.)
Understanding of agile software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github, Gitlab, etc.)
Experience with puppet, ansible, maven, virtualization (ovirt, proxmox, vmware, etc)
Prior experience or familiarity with DISA’s Big Data Platform or other Big Data systems (e.g. Cloudera CDH Hadoop, MapR Hadoop, Databricks, Apache Spark, etc.) is a plus

Responsibilities

Design and implement core architecture and capabilities for software from prototype to operational applications
Develop custom software components and integrate open-source code to address complex problems using Big Data / Cloud technology
Work autonomously identifying and solving problems quickly while working toward broader strategic goals set by Architects on the team
Enhance, optimize, or increase robustness of an existing code base
Define, build and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud using modern tools and infrastructure as code practices

Benefits

Above Market Hourly Pay
11% Roth or Traditional 401k 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 Birthday Off
Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
Onboarding and Annual Swag
Company Paid Professional Development and Training
Referral bonus of up to $10,000 for each successful hire