Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rise8 builds custom, secure software for government organizations, measuring success by impact. As a Senior Platform Engineer at Rise8, you will create and implement automated processes and collaborate with developers to enhance platform performance and user experience.
Responsibilities
- 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
- Champion AI-augmented ways of working across your engagement(s), leveraging AI tooling to accelerate delivery, reduce cycle time, and drive better outcomes at scale
Skills
- 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
- Proficiency in troubleshooting challenges using the Linux/Unix command line interface
- Possession of recognized Professional Certifications such as RHCE, Linux+, MCSA, AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Developer, Security+, CISSP, and CCNA
- Background in DevOps automation practices
- Direct experience in client interaction
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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