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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Platform Software Engineer II - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Tewksbury, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $68,900.0 - $131,100.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Computing Platforms, Bash Shell, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Configuration and Change Management, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Ansible, Software Systems, System Software, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Diagnostic Tools, High Performance Computing, Real Time Systems, Grafana, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Atlassian Tools, Terraform, Devsecops, Docker, Vmware - **Published:** September 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3409207084&tx=TT4441TTV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.?, Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, * Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. * Experience in Linux platform engineering and administration. * Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible and/or virtualization tools such as VMware/KVM. * Familiarity with scripting and automation tools such as Python, Bash and/or PowerShell. * Familiarity with CI/CD systems and/or secure build/deployment architectures. * The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer * Experience with network configuration, protocols, and troubleshooting tools. * Knowledge of large-scale, real-time systems, including radar or Command and Control systems or similar. * Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools. * Experience with graphing software such as Grafana. * Familiarity with Agile management tools such as JIRA and Confluence. * Experience with advanced performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting of system platforms. * Experience in high-availability systems, distributed architectures, or high-performance computing environments. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements. * A passion for continuous learning and cross-team collaboration. ## Description We are seeking a Platform Engineer II to join the Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) Software Department. The MDS Software mission is to provide world-class radar and Command and Control (C2) Software for our customers' wide array of surveillance and warning systems. Platform Engineers are responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining the critical software infrastructure that underpins these systems. The ideal candidate will bring experience in platform design, system integration, automation, and performance optimization, as well as the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions. This will be an onsite role in either Woburn, MA or Tewksbury, MA depending on the program assigned. What You Will Do * Design, develop, and maintain platform architecture and modernization strategies that support mission-critical radar and Command and/or Control systems. * Develop and manage advanced tools and frameworks to ensure secure, automated build, test and release processes at scale using CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps workflows. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system engineers, and test teams, to ensure seamless integration of application software into system platforms. * Support optimization of platform performance, reliability, and scalability to meet the specific needs of defense programs. * Implement and maintain secure computing environments, adhering to cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards. * Support system-level integration, troubleshooting, and debugging of platform-related issues during development, testing, and operational phases. * Participate in efforts to improve platform automation and monitoring, leveraging tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Kubernetes. * Participate in an Agile Scrum/Kanban environment, supporting planning, estimation and technical execution. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-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) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [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) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)