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This is a hands-on implementation role, not a consulting or advisory position.The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and securing foundational infrastructure, enabling scalable and compliant deployments.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement cloud infrastructure using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)Set up and manage Kubernetes clusters (EKS)Configure and manage AWS services (S3, SQS, SNS, IAM, etc.)Implement secure networking, including firewall rules and VPC configurationsEstablish and optimize CI/CD pipelinesDefine and enforce IAM roles and access control policiesEnsure platform meets security and compliance requirements (especially for regulated/government environments)Collaborate closely with engineering teams to accelerate delivery timelinesRequired Qualifications7+ years of experience in platform engineering (flexible to 5+ for exceptional candidates)Strong hands-on experience with:Kubernetes (EKS preferred)AWS Cloud ServicesTerraform (IC-level expertise)Proven experience in platform engineering / infrastructure setupSolid understanding of:Cloud networking (VPCs, subnets, firewalls)IAM and security best practicesExperience building secure and compliant environmentsAbility to work in fast-paced, high-impact delivery environmentsPreferred QualificationsExperience working on government or highly regulated environmentsFamiliarity with DevSecOps practicesPrior experience in greenfield platform buildsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills","company":"Programmingcom","rawCompany":"programmingcom","city":"Henrico","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-17T19:55:02.431Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Platform Engineer(GC/USC-W2 only)","description":"Job Title: Senior Platform EngineerLocation:Richmond VA(remote)Duration of Contract: Long TermRole SummaryWe are seeking Senior Platform Engineer with strong expertise in Kubernetes, AWS, and Terraform to join an existing engineering team. 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