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# Software Kubernetes Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Manassas, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $135,200.0 - $176,800.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, CMake, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Gradle, Subnetting, Log Analysis, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Deployment, Management of Software Versions, Virtual Local Area Networks, YAML, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Kubernetes Helm Charts, SC Clearance, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Build Tools, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_actalent-48858b10909f25fd73b851bef71793fc

## About the Role

This is a full time role that offers benefits and PTO. Position is onsite, with a 4/10 work schedule (off every Friday).
You will specialize in packaging, integrating, and deploying containerized applications across Kubernetes clusters, working primarily in a Linux ecosystem.
Acting as a subject matter expert in containerization, you will collaborate closely with program architects to evaluate tools, onboard solutions, and operationalize Kubernetes deployments.
Responsibilities + Lead the end-to-end container packaging, build, and deployment processes into Kubernetes environments, with an emphasis on air-gapped systems. + Evaluate, research, and vet containerization and platform tooling solutions to ensure they meet program and security requirements. + Partner with architects to integrate microservices and legacy applications into Kubernetes-based platforms. + Develop and manage Helm charts for packaging, versioning, and deploying applications into Kubernetes clusters. + Configure and manage deployments using YAML manifests and CI tooling, with a preference for GitLab CI. + Troubleshoot Kubernetes environments using command-line diagnostics, including pods, clusters, and log analysis. + Build and optimize container images using Docker and/or Podman for production-grade environments. + Work across RHEL 9 Linux systems, applying strong command-line expertise for administration and troubleshooting. + Contribute to the design and support of
internal, non-cloud, PaaS-style platform environments. + Support deployment activities across networked environments, including subnets and VLANs, ensuring reliable connectivity and performance.
Essential Skills + Active Secret clearance. + Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including deployment, integration, and troubleshooting. + Deep experience with containerization using Docker and/or Podman. + Proven expertise with RHEL-based Linux systems, including CLI troubleshooting and system diagnostics. + Experience with Bash and/or Python scripting for automation and tooling. + Experience working with CI pipelines, with GitLab CI preferred. + Ability to work effectively in air-gapped and non-cloud environments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications + Familiarity with Make, CMake, and Gradle build systems. + Understanding of networking concepts such as VLANs, subnets, and connectivity troubleshooting. + Experience supporting internal platform or PaaS environments. + Exposure to C++ applications at the integration level. + Experience debugging system-level issues, including components such as systemd.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $85.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.