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ParsonsKellogg · 16 hours ago

Principal Software Engineer

positionUS - VA, Manassas
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff
money$121K/yr - $217K/yr
date10+ years exp

ParsonsKellogg is seeking a talented Principal Software Engineer to join their team, where you will tackle challenging software problems on cutting-edge classified platforms. The role involves developing robust software applications and managing large-scale Kubernetes clusters in a Secret environment.

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Responsibilities

Developing robust software applications in a Secret environment
Working with containerization technologies like Docker or podman
Deploying and managing large-scale Kubernetes clusters (on-premises or cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, GCP)

Qualification

Kubernetes architecturePythonContainerization technologiesCI/CD toolsKubernetes networkingKubernetes monitoring toolsKubernetes manifestsKubernetes Container Storage InterfacesCertified Kubernetes AdministratorProblem-solving abilitiesCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
10+ years of related professional experience
Strong knowledge of Kubernetes architecture, concepts and operations
Proficiency in scripting/programming languages such as Python, Go, Bash, Ansible, Robot Framework
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkin, Gitlab runner) and IaC tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible)
Understanding of Kubernetes networking fundamentals, including coreDNS, load balancing, ingress controllers, various Container Network Interfaces (e.g. Cilium, Canal, KubeVIP, Calico)
Experience with Kubernetes monitoring tools (e.g. Prometheus/Grafana) and logging tools (e.g. Loki, Fluentbit, Fluentd)
Experience with writing and managing Kubernetes manifests (YAML files), Helm charts, and Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) for deploying and managing applications
Experience with various Kubernetes Container Storage Interfaces (e.g. Rook/Ceph, CIFS, NFS)
Minimum Secret clearance required
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position

Preferred

Master's Degree preferred
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) and/or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certifications
Strong problem-solving abilities, communications, and collaboration skills for working in cross-functional teams

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible work schedules
Holidays

Company

ParsonsKellogg

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ParsonsKellogg has stood apart in the $20 billion promotional products industry.
dateFounded in 2001
location
East Providence, Rhode Island, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://parsonskellogg.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

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