Lead Platform Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Lead the build, configuration, and sustainment of a Software Factory capability for the US Space Force .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $131,750 - $178,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in DevSecOps practices, including the deployment and management of Kubernetes environments and Azure cloud infrastructure. Proficient in automation, CI/CD pipelines, and security requirements for software development and deployment.

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Kubernetes DeploymentAzure Cloud InfrastructureDevSecOps PracticesCI/CD Pipeline ManagementLinux Operating Systems

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Hard Skills

DevOpsCloud ComputingContainerizationScripting LanguagesGit Version ControlInfrastructure-as-CodeKubernetes Persistent VolumesSecurity Scanning ToolsAgile MethodologiesSoftware Architecture

Soft Skills

Outstanding Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingAbility to Handle Dynamic Environments

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceGitLabHelmPackerAnsibleSonarQubeHarborNexusArgoCD

Certifications & Qualifications

DoDM 8140 CertificationSecurity+BA/BS Degree

Industry Keywords

DevSecOpsSoftware FactoryUS Space ForceCloud EnvironmentsSoftware Supply Chain Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAzureCloudKubernetesLinuxPacker

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the build, configuration, and sustainment of a Software Factory capability for the US Space Force
Determine guidelines and standards for deploying to Azure Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes environments
Stand up and operate multiple Kubernetes cluster environments in Azure cloud, including lab and classified production environments
Deploy and configure Jira, Confluence, GitLab, and other DevSecOps tools on virtual machines and Kubernetes clusters
Direct resources and assist with automation for virtual machine infrastructure-as-code pipelines using Packer, Ansible, and shell scripts
Provide DevSecOps support to application teams and customers through automation, architectures, and wikis
Serve as a DevSecOps architect, engineer, and coach for the DevSecOps team
Facilitate platform development and help development teams mature their delivery practices
Monitor, patch, upgrade, and remediate vulnerabilities in Kubernetes nodes and platform applications
Maintain and enhance software and infrastructure-as-code build, test, and deployment CI/CD pipelines
Deploy and manage FOSS and vendor Kubernetes distributions using Linux-based VMs in Azure
Deploy and manage Jira, Confluence, and GitLab on Azure-hosted virtual machines
Use Helm to deploy, manage, and integrate Harbor, SonarQube, Keycloak, Nexus, ArgoCD, and other software into Kubernetes clusters
Onboard user teams onto the Software Factory platform and assist with application and infrastructure integration via automated pipelines
Define system and application security requirements for Azure and Kubernetes deployments
Educate teams on DevSecOps practices and tooling
Recommend innovations that enhance DevSecOps capabilities and competitive advantage

Requirements

What you’ll need

US Citizenship required
DoD Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret
BA/BS Degree (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of DevOps/Cloud experience
Experience managing and using Linux and Linux-based operating systems
Experience with software architecture, engineering, CI/CD, and/or DevOps practices
Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language
Experience with Git version control
Experience with containerization build technologies and Kubernetes deployments
Experience with Kubernetes Persistent Volumes / Volume Claims and Container Storage Interface plugins in cloud environments
Experience providing technical leadership for DevOps or cloud teams
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Agile lifecycle management processes and tools
DoDM 8140 Certification / Security+
Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and GitOps techniques preferred
Experience with GitLab and GitLab CI/CD pipelines preferred
Experience with US Air Force Platform One’s Big Bang a plus
Experience with security scanning tools such as Anchore, OpenSCAP, and Prisma (Twistlock)
Knowledge of secure development and software supply chain security practices
Ability to handle a dynamic work environment
Detail-oriented, critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
Willingness to travel up to 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with pre-tax and post-tax contributions and company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Vacation, sick, personal time, holiday, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
Identity verification process for hiring and virtual interviews