Platform Engineer (Containers / Middleware)

Position is contingent upon contract award and funding.

Entarian is seeking an experienced Platform Engineer (Containers / Middleware) to design, deploy, and manage container platforms and middleware services that support enterprise applications. This role ensures reliable, scalable, and secure platform operations across onprem and cloud environments. This role partners closely with systems engineers, software developers, cybersecurity personnel, DevSecOps teams, and government stakeholders to design cloud environments that support mission operations across hybrid and cloud-native infrastructures.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience supporting large-scale technical environments involving cloud platforms, space systems, mission operations, communications networks, enterprise IT, or classified government systems.

Design, build, and maintain enterprise container platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift, AKS/EKS/GKE).
• Deploy, configure, and support middleware technologies such as application servers, messaging platforms, API gateways, and service meshes.
• Implement automation for platform provisioning, scaling, monitoring, and life-cycle management.
• Develop CI/CD pipelines and GitOps work-flows for application deployment.
• Ensure platform security, including access controls, patching, secrets management, and compliance.
• Optimize cluster performance, resource utilization, and high availability configurations.
• Troubleshoot container, orchestration, and middleware issues across build and runtime environments.
• Collaborate with development, operations, security, and cloud teams to deliver stable and efficient platforms.
• Maintain documentation for architectures, standards, deployment patterns, and support procedures.

Salary range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related technical discipline. (Equivalent experience may be considered.)
• Minimum five (5) years of handson experience with container platforms (Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker).
• Strong understanding of middleware tools such as WebLogic, JBoss, Kafka, NGINX, RabbitMQ, or Istio.
• Proficiency in scripting/automation (Bash, PowerShell, Python).
• Experience with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab, Argo CD, Tekton).
• Familiarity with cloud services (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and hybrid integration patterns.
• Knowledge of infrastructureascode (Terraform, Helm, YAML, Ansible).
• Experience with monitoring and observability (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk).
• Good technical communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Power-Point, Excel, Project, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% to support customer locations, mission partner engagements, and operational activities.

• Experience with service mesh architectures, API gateways, or microservices platforms.
• Knowledge of security best practices for containerized workloads.
• Certification in Kubernetes or relevant cloud technologies.
• Experience with multicluster and multitenant environments.

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Join the Mission and Start your Career Journey: Apply Directly via our Careers Portal Connect, Referrals & Inquiries? Email the team: careers@entarian.com

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.