Phase2 Technology
Cloud Platform Engineer
The Opportunity
As a Platform Engineer, you will build and operate cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms supporting AI‑enabled applications for the federal civilian sector. You’ll shape how we deliver modern cloud solutions while exploring how AI can transform platform engineering itself. This role blends infrastructure ownership, developer enablement, and innovation. You’ll work across the full stack: provisioning cloud resources, managing deployments, improving tooling, and automating processes. If you enjoy building reliable systems, solving interesting problems, and staying current with emerging technologies, this is an exciting opportunity.
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), supporting production‑grade systems
2+ years of experience with AWS, including services such as EKS, EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3, IAM, VPC, Route 53, Certificate Manager, and Secrets Manager
1+ year of experience operating Kubernetes clusters in production
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, including cloud networking and security fundamentals
Experience with Kubernetes and containers, including Helm chart deployment or maintenance, container image management, and troubleshooting
Experience with GitOps and CI/CD practices, leveraging tools such as ArgoCD or Flux, and building pipelines with GitHub Actions
Experience with automation and scripting in languages such as Python or Bash, debugging, Git workflows, and version control best practices
Ability to work independently in a self‑directed environment and learn new technologies
Bachelor's degree in CS
Ability to obtain an AWS Solutions Architect – Associate Certification within 6 months of start date
Nice‑to‑Have
1+ year of experience with Amazon EKS
Experience with AI/ML and emerging cloud services, including AWS Bedrock or similar managed AI platforms
Experience with serverless architectures such as AWS Lambda and API Gateway, including event‑driven design patterns
Experience with monitoring and observability tooling, including Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, CloudWatch, or OpenTelemetry
Experience with cost‑optimization, including identifying inefficiencies and implementing cloud cost‑control best practices
Experience in federal or government contracting environments, including working with FedRAMP, FISMA, or similar compliance frameworks
Experience in AIOps and intelligent automation, including LLMs to enhance DevOps workflows
Knowledge of service mesh technologies such as Istio, Linkerd, or Cilium, for traffic management and service security
Possession of excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills
Advanced Cloud or Kubernetes Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect – Professional or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Certification
Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our benefits include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement plans, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, dependent care, and recognition awards. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible for Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.
Salary determined by location, education, skills, and experience. Typical annualized range: $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (USD). The posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.
Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Work Model Our people‑first culture prioritizes flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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Qualifications
4+ years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), supporting production‑grade systems
2+ years of experience with AWS, including services such as EKS, EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3, IAM, VPC, Route 53, Certificate Manager, and Secrets Manager
1+ year of experience operating Kubernetes clusters in production
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, including cloud networking and security fundamentals
Experience with Kubernetes and containers, including Helm chart deployment or maintenance, container image management, and troubleshooting
Experience with GitOps and CI/CD practices, leveraging tools such as ArgoCD or Flux, and building pipelines with GitHub Actions
Experience with automation and scripting in languages such as Python or Bash, debugging, Git workflows, and version control best practices
Ability to work independently in a self‑directed environment and learn new technologies
Bachelor's degree in CS
Ability to obtain an AWS Solutions Architect – Associate Certification within 6 months of start date
Nice‑to‑Have
1+ year of experience with Amazon EKS
Experience with AI/ML and emerging cloud services, including AWS Bedrock or similar managed AI platforms
Experience with serverless architectures such as AWS Lambda and API Gateway, including event‑driven design patterns
Experience with monitoring and observability tooling, including Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, CloudWatch, or OpenTelemetry
Experience with cost‑optimization, including identifying inefficiencies and implementing cloud cost‑control best practices
Experience in federal or government contracting environments, including working with FedRAMP, FISMA, or similar compliance frameworks
Experience in AIOps and intelligent automation, including LLMs to enhance DevOps workflows
Knowledge of service mesh technologies such as Istio, Linkerd, or Cilium, for traffic management and service security
Possession of excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills
Advanced Cloud or Kubernetes Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect – Professional or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Certification
Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our benefits include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement plans, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, dependent care, and recognition awards. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible for Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.
Salary determined by location, education, skills, and experience. Typical annualized range: $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (USD). The posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.
Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Work Model Our people‑first culture prioritizes flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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