Sr. Platform Engineer III (6888)

As a Sr. Platform Engineer III, you’ll provide platform engineering expertise for containerized environments supporting mission-critical workloads, designing and operating Kubernetes platforms while contributing immediately within a disciplined Agile delivery model.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed withour people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

What you’ll do:

• Work as part of a collaborative and high-performing team delivering technical solutions within the highest levels of the federal government. Participate in Agile execution, planning, and continuous improvement activities.
• Design and operate Kubernetes and container platforms supporting mission-critical workloads. Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Ensure platform scalability, reliability, performance, and security. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in complex environments.
• Communicate platform status, risks, and technical decisions clearly to stakeholders. Establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence through technical expertise and professionalism.
• Use creativity and engineering judgment to deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs.

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related; relevant experience may substitute.
• Certification to satisfy DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, or CISSP).
• 6+ years of experience in DevOps, DevSecOps, Platform Engineer, or Site Reliability Engineer; including at least 3 years of hands-on experience with designing, building, and maintaining container orchestration platforms, including Kubernetes or OpenShift.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes ecosystem tooling (e.g., Rancher, Helm, Docker, Cilium, Rook, Ceph, MinIO, S3, or PortWorx).
• Experience deploying, managing, and operating container runtimes, orchestration tooling, and supporting services; and experience leading or assisting in design and implementation of complex integrated container platforms.
• Experience managing CI/CD pipelines, container build processes, and infrastructure automation.
• Experience ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of containerized environments in enterprise or mission-critical settings.
• Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical operational environment.

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:

• The candidate’s professional background and relevant work experience
• The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
• Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation

• This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:

• Performance-based bonuses
• Company-paid training and/or certifications
• Referral bonuses

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Parental Leave and dependent care
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.