Platform Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

. Support formal and informal requirements definition, validation, and scope control to complete project deliverables .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $135,000 - $273,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Infrastructure as Code, Kubernetes management, and automation tools to develop and maintain microservice-based applications. Proficient in secure coding practices and capable of navigating complex software environments while ensuring project deliverables are met.

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Infrastructure As CodeKubernetes ManagementAutomation ToolsSoftware DevelopmentDevSecOps

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentKubernetesDockerAnsibleTerraformPythonJavaSQLBashLinux

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingDocumentationAgile Adaptability

Tools & Technologies

HelmArgoCDVMwareAWSAzureGitJenkinsArtifactory

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Microservice-Based ApplicationsCloud IaaSPaaSSaaSNetworkingDistributed Storage Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudDNSDockerEC2JavaJavaScriptJenkinsKubernetesLinuxNFSPuppetPythonSaltStackSQLTCP/IPTerraformVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support formal and informal requirements definition, validation, and scope control to complete project deliverables
Convert internal customer requirements into a refined vision
Develop, implement, and maintain Infrastructure as Code software for automated deployment and configuration of multi-site, multi-system microservice-based applications
Deploy and maintain multiple Kubernetes clusters in unclassified and classified (airgapped) environments
Design and implement solutions meeting specific requirements
Debug, identify root causes, and fix software deployment/configuration issues
Evaluate emerging technologies and architectures, including cloud IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms
Perform operational and development tasks while using AI-driven approaches to streamline workflows and optimize automation
Implement and test software using multiple languages and technology stacks
Develop software interfaces across network protocols and messaging frameworks
Integrate software components into complex software environments
Collaborate with colleagues and lead engineers from other disciplines
Participate in design and code reviews
Develop software using secure coding practices
Support testing and integration activities in IDT labs and on-site customer labs
Assess, plan, identify, analyze, mitigate, and control risks and opportunities
Support preparation, tracking, and delivery of internal deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or Math, or equivalent full-time professional experience
3+ years of professional software development/deployment experience in technically rigorous environments
Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with Kubernetes management services like Helm or ArgoCD
Experience with hypervisor/virtualization technologies such as VMware, KVM, EC2
Experience with networking in virtualized environments: TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancing, Firewall, VLANs
Experience in automation scripts and tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Salt, etc.
Aptitude for utilizing AI tools (e.g., LLMs, AI coding assistants) to streamline script generation and troubleshooting
Strong Linux skills
Experience with Bash/Shell
Basic full-stack development skills: SQL, Python/Java, JavaScript, HTML/CSS
Ability to shift from one project to another in an agile work environment
Strong documentation skills
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed
Ability to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
Master’s Degree in Engineering or another technical field highly desired
High-level proficiency with Kubernetes distros such as RKE2
Experience with distributed storage systems such as Rook/Ceph, NFS
Experience deploying Kubernetes clusters and configuring networking, storage, etc.
Experience with Git, Jenkins, Artifactory
DevSecOps experience
Experience with at least one public cloud environment, such as Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure
Experience managing and directing personnel while maintaining cost and schedule targets
Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous benefits package
Competitive PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
Professional Development Resources
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
Annual Employee Recognition Awards
Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches