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# Platform Engineer

- **Company:** SWIFT
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $49,997.0 - $290,004.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Proxmox, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Computing Platforms, Confluence, JIRA, Bash Shell, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, Github, Hardware Virtualization, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Unix Shell, MapR (Big Data), Open Source Technology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Cloudera, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Ceph (Software), Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Delivery Pipeline, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Gitlab, SC Clearance, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Puppet, Terraform, Jenkins, Golang, Vmware
- **Published:** September 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/platform-engineer-columbia-sc--13faa53c-23fe-4ad6-9125-6cb78c9daa1a

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
 * Mid-level candidates: 5-8 years of relevant experience
 * Senior-level candidates: 9-13 years of relevant experience
 * SME-level candidates: 14+ years of relevant experience
 * 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering or Software Development (Python, Go, or similar languages)
 * Experience developing and deploying infrastructure in AWS
 * Proficient with Linux systems administration, networking, and shell scripting (Bash/Shell)
 * Experience with Kubernetes or related container orchestration technologies
 * Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible or Puppet
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail and reliability
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 * US citizenship with an active Secret clearance; will also accept Top Secret, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
 * Must be able to obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of hire
 * Must be available to work on-site 4-5 days per week; flexibility is required to align with customer needs

Desired Skills:

 * Experience with CI/CD tools and automated build pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Travis-CI, Jenkins)
 * Understanding of Agile software development methodologies and associated tools (JIRA, Confluence, GitHub/GitLab)
 * Experience with virtualization or storage platforms (e.g., VMware, oVirt, Proxmox, Ceph, Rook, Longhorn)
 * Familiarity with Big Data ecosystems such as Cloudera, Hortonworks, or MapR
 * DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II certification or equivalent preferred, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloudera, Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Science, Defense Intelligence, Detail Oriented, DoD Directive 8140, DoD Directive 8570, Ecosystems, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, GitHub, Go Programming Language (Golang), Government Contracts, Hardware Virtualization, HortonWorks, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Infrastructure Software, Intelligence Community, Jenkins, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Logistics, Open Source, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Puppet (Configuration Management), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Scalable System Development, Secret Clearance,
Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Software Engineering, Team Player, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, Unix Shell Programming, VMWare, Writing Skills

## Description

We are looking for a Platform Engineer to join our high-performing team on a dynamic program. In this role, the Platform Engineer will design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based infrastructure and software platforms. This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with AWS environments, container orchestration, automation frameworks, and modern development.
This position requires strong technical fundamentals in Linux, cloud engineering, and automation, with an ability to collaborate across teams to implement robust and maintainable solutions.
Responsibilities:

 * Design, implement, and maintain cloud-based and hybrid infrastructure solutions in AWS environments.
 * Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar frameworks.
 * Support deployment and management of containerized applications using Kubernetes or similar technologies.
 * Contribute to the development of custom software components and integration of open-source solutions to meet mission needs.
 * Apply software engineering best practices across build, deployment, and operations lifecycles.
 * Collaborate with development teams to design and implement secure, automated, and repeatable pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD or Jenkins).
 * Troubleshoot complex systems issues across cloud, network, and platform layers.
 * Work within Agile development frameworks to support rapid iteration, feedback, and continuous delivery.
 * Participate in process improvement initiatives that increase reliability, maintainability, and performance of mission systems.


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