Platform Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a Platform Infrastructure Engineer with a TS/SCI to Join a cutting-edge satellite communications company that's redefining how space systems operate. As a Platform Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be at the heart of building and scaling secure, cloud-native infrastructure that powers mission-critical space applications. This is a high-impact role where your technical leadership will directly influence national security, global connectivity, and the future of aerospace innovation.

Responsibilities of the Platform Infrastructure Engineer:

* Architect and manage Kubernetes-based platforms supporting real-time, distributed microservices.

* Build scalable, resilient infrastructure using Terraform and other IaC tools.

* Collaborate with software teams to deploy and optimize Python-based microservices.

* Implement robust monitoring and observability using New Relic, Data Dog, Splunk, AWS Cloud Watch, etc.

* Make strategic decisions on cloud-native vs. self-hosted deployments across AWS (preferred), Azure, or GCP.

* Design and troubleshoot networking (VPNs, NLB/ALBs, TLS, HTTPS, CDN).

* Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Git Hub Actions preferred).

* Engineer high-performance APIs, databases, caching systems, and event-driven architectures.

* Apply cloud security best practices and optimize for cost-efficiency.

* Manage identity and access control using Auth0 or Okta.

* Use Git/Git Hub for version control and team collaboration.

Responsibilities of the Platform Infrastructure Engineer:

* 3+ years in Dev Ops, platform, or infrastructure engineering.

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

* Deep expertise in Kubernetes, cloud architecture, and automation.

* Strong proficiency in Python, Terraform, and Unix/Linux systems.

* Experience with cloud security, networking, and CI/CD pipelines.

* Ability to work independently and drive projects from concept to deployment.

* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Compensation for the Platform Infrastructure Engineer include:

* Salary: $140,000 - $180,000

* Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match

* Unlimited PTO, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays

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