Associate / Staff Software Platform Engineer

SciTec is seeking a Platform Engineer to join their defense and national security focused team. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with 0-3 years of experience or those looking to transition into platform engineering. The role involves working with containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies in a secure government environment.

The position requires an active DoD security clearance and focuses on supporting the integration and deployment of applications in containerized environments. You'll work with technologies like Docker, Linux, and Git while maintaining CI/CD pipelines and troubleshooting deployed applications. This is an on-site position in Boulder, Colorado, offering hands-on experience in a defense sector environment.

The company provides an impressive benefits package including 100% paid medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, along with unique perks such as Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and profit sharing. The salary range of $80,000-$115,000 is competitive for entry-level platform engineers.

This role is ideal for someone interested in defense technology and looking to grow their platform engineering skills while working on important national security projects. The position offers mentorship opportunities, with senior team members providing guidance for customer interactions and technical tasks. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of government contracts and security clearance requirements.