{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ac71b96e8583c12f6aca8dd4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ac71b96e8583c12f6aca8dd4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ac71b96e8583c12f6aca8dd4","title":"Kubernetes Software Platform Engineer","description":"Peerless is seeking an individual with a current TS/SCI clearance who is highly skilled and motivated Platform Engineer to design, implement, and improve our Kubernetes platform using open-source and enterprise solutions. You will evaluate the current platform, identify areas for improvement, and make changes to ensure it remains efficient, scalable, and secure. This is an in-person job in Dayton Ohio, relocation assistance possible.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign protype and implement innovative solutions to enhance our Kubernetes platform capabilities,\nUtilize automation, Infrastructure-as-Code, and CI/CD practices to streamline processes and Mitigate Technical Debt\nProactively ensure the platforms security, scalability, and reliability by implementing industry best practices and utilizing appropriate tools.\nEnsure high availability and performance of platform deployments by continually working to improve monitoring, alerting, and proactive maintenance.\nIdentify bottlenecks and optimize platform performance to ensure scalability and meet the growing demands of the organization.\nCollaborate with development teams to gather requirements to drive platform innovation and to continually be looking for ways to improve existing offerings.\nProvide progress reports and technological guidance to NASIC leadership and product owners as needed.\nRequired Qualifications\nUS Citizen with Active TS/SCI security clearance\nExtensive knowledge of Kubernetes\nBachelor’s degree in a STEM field\n5+ years of relevant work experience\nIn person in Dayton Ohio-relocation assistance possible\nExcellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills\nMotivation to learn new things in a dynamic environment\nAbility to work independently and take ownership of segments of a project\nBasic understanding of software development practices\nPreferred Qualifications\nPossess and maintain IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+, etc.) certification or higher as required by Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 17-1303, Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8140.01, and DoD 8570.01-M.\nCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification\nAble to leverage tools such as Helm, Argo CD, GitLab, and Harbor, following GitOps principles.\nProficiency in Kubernetes, Docker/Podman, and cloud-based application deployment\nExperience working in cloud-based environments, both internet-connected and air-gapped\nExperience with Linux-based operating systems, Helm, GitOps, and CI/CD\nExperience with software such as Argo, Backstage, Coder, Harbor, Grafana, Prometheus, Velero, and Victoria Metrics\nExperience with Terraform, or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools\nStrong understanding of security, auditing, identity, and access management principles","company":"Peerless Technologies","rawCompany":"peerless technologies","city":"Dayton","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-27T13:40:03.193Z","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":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"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":"Kubernetes Software Platform Engineer","description":"Peerless is seeking an individual with a current TS/SCI clearance who is highly skilled and motivated Platform Engineer to design, implement, and improve our Kubernetes platform using open-source and enterprise solutions. 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