Rise8 is a digital transformation company focused on helping government agencies move quicker and more efficiently by designing and delivering resilient, secure
Senior Platform Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
71 days ago
Salary
$163.1K - $203.9K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Platform Engineer
Rise8
• Create and implement automated configuration and deployment processes to enhance the performance, accessibility, and ease of management of the platform and its related services. • Establish and manage administrator and service accounts, while also maintaining accurate system documentation and effectively resolving technical issues. • Utilize scripting tools to craft self-service capabilities within the Platform as a Service (PaaS), fostering a seamless developer experience for development teams. • Collaborate closely with developers to diagnose and troubleshoot problems, ensuring smooth operations. • Take on the operational responsibility for the services under your team's ownership. • Thrive in an environment that nurtures your personal development and growth. • Continuously enhance the product, delivering software that resonates positively with users and meets their needs effectively.
Job Requirements
- A background of 6-10 years in cloud/platform operations or related roles across diverse environments.
- Proficiency in administering cloud environments (AWS, Azure or GCP).
- Expertise in container orchestration, specifically Kubernetes.
- Proficient use of Infrastructure as Code (IAC) tools, with a focus on Terraform.
- Subject Matter Expertise in Linux Operating Systems administration.
- Skilled in developing automation solutions using scripting languages to streamline recurring tasks.
- Familiarity with networking concepts and practical experience involving technologies like Load Balancers, DNS, SSL, Firewalls, NAT, and NTP.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot operating systems and applications effectively.
- Experience handling large-scale production systems and adeptness in resolving production-related challenges.
- Excellent communication skills, and a keen interest in collaborative work environments.
- Enthusiasm for skill growth, a penchant for tackling intriguing tasks, and addressing complex issues.
- A degree (BA/BS) in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance for US Government work.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule in a 100% distributed workforce
- Premium Insurance: We cover up to 100% of the employee premium and up to 80% of the combined dependent premium on our base health plan, depending on pay band. We also cover 100% of the premium for employee and dependent Dental and Vision as well as employee premiums for Life and Disability coverage.
- Retirement: 401k match at 10% gross pay.
- Paid time off (PTO): 4 weeks combined accrued vacation and sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, your birthday, jury duty, and bereavement.
- Education & Training: Accrued budget of up to $3,500 per year for classes, travel, events, and materials.
- Home Office and Merch: We offer $750 per year for home office technology and equipment as well as $100 per year for Rise8 merch from our Swag Store.
- Wellness Budget: To encourage and support a well-rounded healthy lifestyle, we cover 100% reimbursement on a variety of wellness activities and products, up to $500 per calendar year. Or Rise8 is part of the the Life Time Corporate Partner program. In lieu of your $500 annual wellness benefit, you can instead get a $75 monthly credit towards a Life Time membership ($900 annual benefit).
- Equipment: We offer a MacBook Pro
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