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Cloud Platform Engineer

Jacobs, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Overview

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? We are seeking talented individuals to help us achieve great things that inspire people around the globe. Bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. This opportunity is with NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration, as our organization serves as NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a

Cloud Platform Engineer (Site Reliability)

to join our team Nexus, a teammate company. As a

Cloud Platform Engineer (Site Reliability) , you will:

Developing new cloud-native platform services spanning all three major cloud environments

Developing best practices for cloud-native application development and promoting them within the organization

Administering NASA cloud networks and managing requests for deployment of COTS and Cloud Native applications into cloud environments

Writ ing quality code, providing quality and engaged code reviews for peers

Working with Managed Kubernetes offering across all three major cloud providers

Integrating cloud managed AI and data services with other bespoke and open-source Kubernetes applications

Developing best practices for cloud-native application development and promoting them within the organization

Identifying opportunities to abstract Prospective Project requirements and develop Enterprise-grade, multi-tenant Platform Services

Collaborate with NASA security and compliance teams to ensure teams are adhering to industry best practices and regulatory requirements

Working directly with NASA human spaceflight missions like Orion, Lunar Gateway, Artemis

Perform other duties as required

This position has been posted at multiple levels.Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. Requisition Qualifications Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area and normally possess 10 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Strong experience with Kubernetes in production

Ability to manage and use GitLab (preferably very proficient)

Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline tools

Observability Monitoring tools such as Grafana and SuperSet

Proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code utilizing Terraform for infrastructure automation and/or open source alternatives (OpenTofu)

Extensive Linux experience (familiarity with Windows also preferred, but not required)

Expert in at least one programming language (Go and Python is preferred)

Experience with Python, SQL (and R is preferable)

Working understanding of Machine Learning Model Lifecycle management (is preferred)

Requisition Preferences Solution-oriented mindset, accepts feedback with enthusiasm

Effectively communicates with team members: clear status updates to direct report, regularly establishes unanimous decisions with peers

Self-motivated and self-managing, with strong organizational skills

Experience architecting and building cloud-native applications

Demonstrable success and confidence in owning the full project lifecycle

Good instincts for identifying opportunities for abstraction

Balances individual project development tasks at hand with overall platform and company goals

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you! In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

Excellent personal and professional career growth

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

Essential Functions

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task. Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task. Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time). Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements. Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

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