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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Platform Engineer II (Onsite) - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $68,900.0 - $131,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Confluence, JIRA, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Databases, System Configuration, Document Management Systems, Python (Programming Language), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Open Source Technology, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Scrum Methodology, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Ruby, SonarQube, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, HybridCloud, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Terraform, Jenkins, Artifactory, Microservices - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-TX-RICHARDSON-C27--1727-Cityline-Dr--CITYLINE-C27/Platform-Engineer-II--Onsite-_01867795 ## About the Role * Typically requires a bachelor's degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of related work experience * Experience with Linux system administration, including RHEL (6.0+) * Experience with automation frameworks such as Ansible * Experience with cloud, containerization, and microservices technologies * Active and Current TS/SCI CI Poly security clearance is required Day 1. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Prefer * Experience with Agile development methodologies, such as Scrum or SAFe * Experience deploying and managing applications in Kubernetes environments * Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite, including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket * Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins and Artifactory * Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, Ruby, Bash, C++, C#, or Go * Experience with database systems such as Postgres and tools like SonarQube * General working knowledge of networks, storage, and virtualization technologies * Background in installing, configuring, and integrating COTS/FOSS products * Current CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain ## Description As a Platform Engineer II, you will play a critical role in supporting the development and maintenance of a modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solution within a hybrid-cloud environment. This environment, which includes servers, workstations, storage, networks, and custom hardware, serves as the backbone for product development and testing of a large-scale project contributing to a critical national asset. You will engage in hands-on engineering tasks, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the successful implementation of IaC solutions. 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