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Platform Engineer

Customer-obsessed small business focused on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, building digital solutions for federal agencies.
Colorado Springs, CO, USAArlington, VA, USA
$110,000 - $180,000
DevOps
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
11 - 50 Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Platform Engineer

Raft, a customer-obsessed small business headquartered in McLean, VA, is seeking a Platform Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on Kubernetes deployment and management across cloud and edge systems, particularly for DoD/Air Force applications. The position requires expertise in containerization, database management, and critical application administration. The engineer will work on AWS edge platforms for disconnected operations, ensuring smooth deployment processes between IL4 and IL6/SIPR environments. Key responsibilities include managing observability tools, collaborating with client teams, and maintaining documentation. The role offers competitive compensation ($110K-$180K), comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work environment at multiple locations. The position requires an active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship. Raft emphasizes their Ubuntu philosophy - "I Am, Because We Are" - and their commitment to innovation, collaboration, and customer obsession in public-sector modernization.

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Responsibilities For Platform Engineer

  • Initial deployment and verification of Kubernetes application deployments on cloud and edge systems
  • Collaborate with client application teams
  • Edit/correct helm charts
  • Implement K8s solutions
  • Ensure observability, monitoring, and alerting operate as engineered
  • Document processes and maintain run books and checklists

Requirements For Platform Engineer

Kubernetes
PostgreSQL
MySQL
  • 2+ Years Kubernetes experience (CKAD, Istio, etc.)
  • 5+ years experience with containerization of resources (Docker, Podman, etc.)
  • 2+ Years experience accessing/querying relational databases
  • 5+ years experience deploying, monitoring, administering critical applications
  • Active Secret clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required

Benefits For Platform Engineer

401k
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Education Budget
  • Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) and company match
  • Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
  • Education & training benefits
  • Generous Referral Bonuses

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