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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Platform Engineer (Hybrid) - 27786 - **Company:** Enlighten, an HII - Mission Technologies Company - **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $115,199.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Proxmox, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Apple Mac Systems, Confluence, JIRA, Bash Shell, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Data Infrastructure, Linux, Github, Apache Hadoop, Python (Programming Language), MapR (Big Data), Apache Maven, Open Source Technology, Posix, Ansible, Cloudera, Shell Script, Software Engineering, VMware Infrastructure, Virtualization Technology, Cloud Platform System, Apache Spark, Gitlab, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Puppet, Docker, Jenkins, Databricks - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9117747/platform-engineer-hybrid-27786 ## About the Role * Security Clearance - A current U.S. Government Security clearance is not requiredon day 1, but will be processed for one; U.S. citizenship required. Can also consider candidates with current Secret or TS level clearance. * 5+ years of experience with Bachelors in related field; OR 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. * Must have experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS. * Experience with Kubernetes (or vendor flavor of Kubernetes), including cluster administration and troubleshooting. * Experience with container (Docker/Podman) build tooling, Kubernetes automation tools (e.g. Helm, Kustomize, Flux CD, etc.) * Have a solid understanding of Linux systems, hosts, networks, security, applications and proficiency in shell scripting (Shell/Bash). * Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot complex issues * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Must be willing to travel to San Antonio, TX on average 3-4 days every three months. * Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed. Preferred Requirements * Current Secret or TS/SCI level security clearance preferred. * 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python or Go) on a Posix-style (Linux or Mac OS) platform. * Experience with writing automation in CI/CD tooling (e.g. Gitlab-CI, Travis-CI, Jenkins, etc.). * Understanding of agile software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github, Gitlab, etc.) * Experience with puppet, ansible, maven, virtualization (ovirt, proxmox, vmware, etc). * Prior experience or familiarity with DISA's Big Data Platform or other Big Data systems (e.g. Cloudera CDH Hadoop, MapR Hadoop, Databricks, Apache Spark, etc..) is a plus. ## Description Enlighten is looking for a Cloud Platform Engineer with experience in Cloud technology (AWS), programming skills in languages like Python or Go, and a strong Linux foundation. Will significantly contribute to the development of custom software components and integration of open-source code to address complex problems through the use of cutting edge Big Data / Cloud technology. As a result, the candidate will be expected to work autonomously identifying and solving problems quickly while working toward broader strategic goals set by Architects on the team. Work is performed in a hybrid environment with a great team., * The ideal candidate is a strong systems integrator with an eye for opportunity to enhance, optimize, or increase robustness of an existing code base. * The candidate should have experience with infrastructure as code and be able to leverage modern tools to define, build and manage virtual infrastructure in the cloud. * Design and implement core architecture and capabilities for software from prototype to operational applications. * Other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Using WebAssembly to run, extend, and secure your application](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/652-using-webassembly-to-run-extend-and-secure-your-application) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Platform Engineering vs. DevOps Why not both?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/885-platform-engineering-vs-devops-why-not-both) - [On developing smartphones on wheels](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/258-on-developing-smartphones-on-wheels) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)