Platform Engineer

Raft (https://TeamRaft.com) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in McLean, VA. We're looking for an experienced Platform Engineer to support our customers and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers.

The Platform Engineer possesses fundamental experience working with hybrid infrastructure developer platforms. The engineer has had hands-on experience deploying Kubernetes and automating platform management. The engineer is progressing in developing platform APIs and will have some experience hosting containerized applications. This engineer will work closely with senior members and is looking to advance their mentoring capabilities. Effective communication is necessary for internal interactions.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant hands-on experience
• Experience developing production software leveraging modern languages (including: Java, Python, Go, NodeJS, etc.)
• Experience developing containerized services deployed in production on orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes, Mesos, Swarm, etc.
• In-depth experience with agile and lean software development philosophies
• Experience building developer platform services and APIs that scale in production
• Experience building production services using Cloud Infrastructure Providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
• Bachelor Degree in computer science, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree; or equivalent industry experience
• Ability to obtain a Security+ within the first 90 days of employment with Raft
• Able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Work Type:

• Langley AFB, VA
• Primary hours will be night shift (3rd shift, Tu-Fr 0000-1000), to include federal holidays
• May require up to 10% travel

Compensation:

• Total compensation package of $110,000 - $180,000, comprising a competitive base salary and a generous bonus plan

Benefits:

• Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) and company match
• Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
• Education & training benefits
• Annual budget for tech/gadgets needs
• Monthly box of snacks
• Remote, hybrid, and flexible work options
• Team off-site events
• Generous Referral Bonuses

Join Raft to work on innovative projects that impact the lives of millions of Americans while enjoying a supportive and growth-oriented work environment.