Lead Platform Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology

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

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $131,750 - $178,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading DevSecOps initiatives, including the architecture and management of Kubernetes environments and CI/CD pipelines. Proficient in deploying and configuring tools such as Jira, Confluence, and GitLab within Azure Cloud infrastructure.

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Kubernetes ManagementDevSecOps ArchitectureCI/CD Pipeline DevelopmentAzure Cloud InfrastructureLinux Operating Systems

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Hard Skills

DevOpsCloud ComputingKubernetesCI/CDInfrastructure as CodeGit Version ControlScripting LanguagesContainerizationSecurity Scanning ToolsAgile Methodologies

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceGitLabHelmPackerAnsibleSonarQubeHarborOpenSCAPPrisma

Certifications & Qualifications

DoDM 8140 CertificationSecurity+BA/BS Degree

Industry Keywords

DevSecOpsSoftware FactoryUS Space ForceKubernetes Persistent VolumesContainer Storage InterfaceContinuous ImprovementSoftware Supply Chain SecurityTechnical LeadershipPlatform OneBig Bang

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 deployments to Azure Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes environments
Lead and execute the standup and operation of Kubernetes clusters in 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 in developing VM Infrastructure as Code pipelines using Packer, Ansible, and shell scripts
Lead DevSecOps support for application teams and customers through automation, architectures, and wikis
Serve as a DevSecOps architect, engineer, and coach
Facilitate platform and development team maturity in delivering customer value
Monitor, patch, upgrade, and remediate vulnerabilities in Kubernetes cluster nodes and platform applications
Architect, maintain, and enhance IaC build, test, and deployment CI/CD pipelines
Deploy and manage FOSS and vendor Kubernetes distributions on Linux-based Azure virtual machines
Use Helm to deploy, manage, and integrate Harbor, SonarQube, Keycloak, Nexus, ArgoCD, and other software into Kubernetes clusters
Onboard user teams to the Software Factory platform and assist with application and infrastructure integration via automated pipelines
Define system and application security requirements
Educate teams on DevSecOps practices and tooling
Recommend innovations based on DevSecOps competencies

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/foundational knowledge in 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 for working with teams and customers and coaching DevSecOps processes
Proficiency with Agile lifecycle management processes and tools
DoDM 8140 Certification / Security+
Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and GitOps techniques desired
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
Desire for continuous learning and maintaining professional qualifications
Ability to handle a dynamic work environment
Effective organization and time management skills
Detail-oriented, critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
Commitment to continuous improvement and best practices
Travel up to 25%
40 scheduled hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plan options, including plans 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, and personal time
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
15 days of paid leave per calendar year for new employees, prorated based on hire date
10 paid holidays per year, prorated based on hire date
Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
Remote work / telecommuting