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# Platform Engineer

- **Company:** ASM
- **Location:** Little Rock, AR, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $94,100.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Amazon Web Services, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Data Security, Software Deployment, Virtualization Technology, Cloud Platform System, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gmxx4m

## About the Role

+ Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

 + 8+ years of experience in platform engineering or related role

 + Expert understanding of platform engineering principles

 + Experience with virtualization, containerization, and cloud platforms

 + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

 + Ability to manage multiple complex technical initiatives

 + Proficiency in developing comprehensive technical documentation

 + Knowledge of data security best practices and compliance

Job Specific Skills

 + Infrastructure Platform Design & Implementation

 + Virtualization & Containerization Technologies

 + Cloud Platform Management (Azure/AWS/GCC)

 + Automation & Infrastructure as Code

 + Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning

Preferred Skills

 + Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

 + AWS Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect certification

 + FedRAMP and federal compliance knowledge

 + Platform assessment and optimization expertise

 + CASTLE-NET environment familiarity, The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

## Description

The Platform Engineer (Ops Technology Lead) is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining IT infrastructure platforms within the CASTLE-NET program, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security. This role supports application deployment and management, ensures compliance with CASTLE-NET policies, and works closely with IT teams, developers, and stakeholders to optimize platform solutions, automate processes, and provide advanced technical support., + Design and implement IT infrastructure platforms, Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.


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