BridgePhase · 1 day ago
Kubernetes Platform Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid LevelBridgePhase is a software engineering company focused on designing and operating cutting-edge software solutions for Federal Government organizations. They are seeking a Kubernetes Platform Engineer to design, operate, and improve a secure Kubernetes platform that supports mission software teams in deploying applications efficiently across complex environments.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Design, deploy, and operate highly available, scalable, and secure Kubernetes clusters and supporting infrastructure
Develop and maintain a consumable platform of open-source, cloud-native applications and tooling for mission software teams
Build and enhance automation frameworks to streamline platform deployment, upgrades, and day-to-day operations
Collaborate with development teams to architect and support CI/CD pipelines and workflows for containerized applications
Implement and enforce Kubernetes security best practices, including RBAC, network policies, secret management, and security hardening
Support complex Kubernetes use cases, including edge deployments and environments with intermittent connectivity
Perform capacity planning, resource optimization, and performance tuning to ensure efficient platform utilization
Partner with security teams to identify, remediate, and prevent vulnerabilities through audits and continuous improvement
Evaluate emerging Kubernetes features, tools, and technologies, recommending enhancements to improve platform reliability and usability
Document platform architectures, configurations, and operational procedures to support knowledge sharing and long-term sustainability
Qualification
Required
Design, deploy, and operate highly available, scalable, and secure Kubernetes clusters and supporting infrastructure
Develop and maintain a consumable platform of open-source, cloud-native applications and tooling for mission software teams
Build and enhance automation frameworks to streamline platform deployment, upgrades, and day-to-day operations
Collaborate with development teams to architect and support CI/CD pipelines and workflows for containerized applications
Implement and enforce Kubernetes security best practices, including RBAC, network policies, secret management, and security hardening
Support complex Kubernetes use cases, including edge deployments and environments with intermittent connectivity
Perform capacity planning, resource optimization, and performance tuning to ensure efficient platform utilization
Partner with security teams to identify, remediate, and prevent vulnerabilities through audits and continuous improvement
Evaluate emerging Kubernetes features, tools, and technologies, recommending enhancements to improve platform reliability and usability
Document platform architectures, configurations, and operational procedures to support knowledge sharing and long-term sustainability
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker, including deploying, managing, and scaling containerized workloads
Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and core components such as pods, services, deployments, replica sets, and namespaces
Proficiency with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform)
Strong Linux/Unix systems administration and troubleshooting experience
Experience deploying and operating applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Solid understanding of networking, storage, and security concepts as they apply to Kubernetes environments
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and workflows (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and version control systems such as Git
Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting in Kubernetes environments (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams
Preferred
Experience operating Kubernetes clusters in production or multi-tenant environments is a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation aligned with your skills and impact
Multiple bonus programs tied to performance, company growth, and referrals
Flexible PTO with 20 days available annually
All federal holidays paid
Paid sick leave
100% paid parental leave
401(k) with a 6% company match and no vesting period
Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans with low out-of-pocket costs
Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Annual professional development budget for training, certifications, and conferences
Two paid community service days each year
Social pod budget to help you stay connected with teammates wherever you’re located
Company
BridgePhase
BridgePhase provides IT consulting services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Polina Mineva
Director of Strategic Partnerships
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2025-08-22
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