Senior Platform Engineer

Quevera LLC
Odenton, MD, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud Amazon S3 Bash Shell Cloud Computing Continuous Integration DevOps Github Python (Programming Language) Linux System Administration Ansible Ruby
+8 more
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Cloudformation Kubernetes Information Technology Terraform Docker Jenkins

Job description

  • Architect and implement highly available, automated cloud environments using AWS, Terraform, and Kubernetes.
  • Drive infrastructure-as-code best practices, enabling consistent, repeatable deployments across all environments.
  • Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Ansible.
  • Spearhead containerization and orchestration strategies with Docker and EKS.
  • Collaborate in Agile teams, delivering solutions aligned to evolving mission goals.
  • Lead with a problem-solver’s mindset, mentoring others and setting technical direction., * Leadership role - Be the go-to expert. Influence architecture, mentor teammates, and set the bar high.
  • High-trust environment - Work onsite with a tight-knit team where every contribution matters.
  • Career growth - Step into a senior-level role with opportunities to grow into lead or principal positions.

This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. If you thrive in complex technical environments and want to make a real-world impact, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Infrastructure as Code (IaC)?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * 7+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, or SRE roles.

  • Deep hands-on knowledge of Kubernetes, AWS (VPC, EC2, S3, EKS/ECS), and Terraform.
  • Skilled in scripting (Python, Bash, Ruby) and automation workflows.
  • Experienced with infrastructure as code using Terraform or CloudFormation.
  • Solid grasp of CI/CD practices and tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
  • Comfortable in Linux environments, with strong networking and security fundamentals.
  • Must hold CWIP IAT Level I certification.
  • Minimum Education: A BS in Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent years of experience

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k) 4% Match
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance, We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including:
  • 100% employer-paid medical coverage (optional plan)
  • Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • $5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development
  • Career advancement through our structured IQWay Program
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match
  • Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution

At Quevera, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. We’re more than just a workplace-we’re a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts committed to delivering mission-critical solutions while fostering professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.

About the company

Quevera is looking for a Senior Platform Engineer who’s ready to take on a mission-critical role in shaping cloud infrastructure and automation strategies in one of the most secure environments in the country. This is more than a job - it’s a chance to lead the transformation of cloud-native operations for national security.

You’ll be embedded with a high-performing engineering team, working hands-on with AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, and a full modern DevOps toolchain to design scalable, secure platforms that deliver continuous impact., Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025, marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback.

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