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# Kubernetes Software Platform Engineer

- **Company:** Peerless Technologies Corporation
- **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computing Platforms, Business Process Modeling, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Continuous Integration, Linux, Identity and Access Management, Octopus Deploy, Open Source Technology, Prometheus, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, System Availability, Grafana, Technical Debt, Gitlab, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Terraform, Docker
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9088607/kubernetes-software-platform-engineer

## About the Role

* US Citizen with Active TS/SCI security clearance
 * Extensive knowledge of Kubernetes
 * Bachelor's degree in a STEM field
 * 3+ years of relevant work experience
 * In person in Dayton Ohio-relocation assistance possible
 * Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
 * Motivation to learn new things in a dynamic environment
 * Ability to work independently and take ownership of segments of a project
 * Basic understanding of software development practices

Preferred Qualifications

 * Possess and maintain IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+, etc.) certification or higher as required by Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 17-1303, Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8140.01, and DoD 8570.01-M.
 * Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification
 * Able to leverage tools such as Helm, Argo CD, GitLab, and Harbor, following GitOps principles.
 * Proficiency in Kubernetes, Docker/Podman, and cloud-based application deployment
 * Experience working in cloud-based environments, both internet-connected and air-gapped
 * Experience with Linux-based operating systems, Helm, GitOps, and CI/CD
 * Experience with software such as Argo, Backstage, Coder, Harbor, Grafana, Prometheus, Velero, and Victoria Metrics
 * Experience with Terraform, or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools
 * Strong understanding of security, auditing, identity, and access management principles

## Description

Peerless is seeking an individual with a current TS/SCI clearance who is highly skilled and motivated Platform Engineer to design, implement, and improve our Kubernetes platform using open-source and enterprise solutions. You will evaluate the current platform, identify areas for improvement, and make changes to ensure it remains efficient, scalable, and secure. This is an in-person job in Dayton Ohio, relocation assistance possible., * Design protype and implement innovative solutions to enhance our Kubernetes platform capabilities,

 * Utilize automation, Infrastructure-as-Code, and CI/CD practices to streamline processes and Mitigate Technical Debt
 * Proactively ensure the platforms security, scalability, and reliability by implementing industry best practices and utilizing appropriate tools.
 * Ensure high availability and performance of platform deployments by continually working to improve monitoring, alerting, and proactive maintenance.
 * Identify bottlenecks and optimize platform performance to ensure scalability and meet the growing demands of the organization.
 * Collaborate with development teams to gather requirements to drive platform innovation and to continually be looking for ways to improve existing offerings.
 * Provide progress reports and technological guidance to NASIC leadership and product owners as needed.


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