SAIC
Platform Engineer- Cloud and Containerization
Platform Engineer- Cloud and Containerization
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI
Job ID 2507411
Location
REMOTE WORK, PA, US
Date Posted
2025-07-29
Category
Software
Subcategory
SW Engineer
Schedule
Full-time
Shift
Day Job
Travel
Yes, 25 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain
None
Potential for Remote Work
Yes
Description
SAIC is seeking cleared (TS/SCI) Platform Engineer to support
a recently awarded Navy Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) contract. In this role, the Software Engineer will be an integral team member supporting the Department of the Navy within the Navy Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) based out of
San Diego, CA.
As a Platform Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust and scalable platforms that support critical Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) naval systems and applications. Daily tasks can vary from hands on keyboard to technical discussions, including but not limited to, deploying, managing, and designing Cloud & Kubernetes environments, and writing automation scripts.
This is a remote job. However, if San Diego is not your primary residence, you will be required to travel to San Diego for at least 3 weeks a year for team meetings and administrative tasks. An additional 2 weeks of foreign travel a year to work directly with deployed forces may be requested but not required.
The successful candidate will
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand platform requirements and design scalable solutions. Develop, implement, and maintain platform services to ensure high availability, performance, and security. Work closely with software developers to optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues related to the platform. Design and implement automated deployment processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient release cycle. Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of platform services. Implement and enforce best practices for platform architecture, security, and performance. Monitor platform health, troubleshoot incidents, and implement proactive measures to prevent issues. Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to propose and implement improvements to the platform.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
Fourteen (14) years of experience & a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, or additional years of experience considered in lieu of degree. Four (4) years of professional experience in systems engineering.
Required Clearance
Active TS/SCI Clearance Required.
Required Certification
Information Assurance Management (IAM) or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) certification.
Required Experience And Skills
Demonstrated experience as a Platform Engineer, Cloud Engineer, Cloud Administrator, Cloud Architect, or similar role. Strong knowledge of either cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) or containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Some proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation tasks. Some experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for configuration management. Some proficiency with Linux system administration. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Travel Requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license. May be required to obtain a VISA dependent on the overseas country's laws/regulations.
Preferred Skills And Experience/Nice To Have
Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and best practices for platform security. Knowledge of advanced networking topics, e.g, VPCs, TCP/IP, TLS, etc. Knowledge of DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. Experience with monitoring and logging tools for platform health and performance, e.g,. CloudWatch, Grafana, or Elasticsearch. Hands-on experience deploying and supporting Edge hardware. Previous experience working with government agencies or military organizations.
Target salary range $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
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Platform Engineer- Cloud and Containerization
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI
Job ID 2507411
Location
REMOTE WORK, PA, US
Date Posted
2025-07-29
Category
Software
Subcategory
SW Engineer
Schedule
Full-time
Shift
Day Job
Travel
Yes, 25 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain
None
Potential for Remote Work
Yes
Description
SAIC is seeking cleared (TS/SCI) Platform Engineer to support
a recently awarded Navy Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) contract. In this role, the Software Engineer will be an integral team member supporting the Department of the Navy within the Navy Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) based out of
San Diego, CA.
As a Platform Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust and scalable platforms that support critical Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) naval systems and applications. Daily tasks can vary from hands on keyboard to technical discussions, including but not limited to, deploying, managing, and designing Cloud & Kubernetes environments, and writing automation scripts.
This is a remote job. However, if San Diego is not your primary residence, you will be required to travel to San Diego for at least 3 weeks a year for team meetings and administrative tasks. An additional 2 weeks of foreign travel a year to work directly with deployed forces may be requested but not required.
The successful candidate will
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand platform requirements and design scalable solutions. Develop, implement, and maintain platform services to ensure high availability, performance, and security. Work closely with software developers to optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues related to the platform. Design and implement automated deployment processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient release cycle. Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of platform services. Implement and enforce best practices for platform architecture, security, and performance. Monitor platform health, troubleshoot incidents, and implement proactive measures to prevent issues. Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to propose and implement improvements to the platform.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
Fourteen (14) years of experience & a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, or additional years of experience considered in lieu of degree. Four (4) years of professional experience in systems engineering.
Required Clearance
Active TS/SCI Clearance Required.
Required Certification
Information Assurance Management (IAM) or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) certification.
Required Experience And Skills
Demonstrated experience as a Platform Engineer, Cloud Engineer, Cloud Administrator, Cloud Architect, or similar role. Strong knowledge of either cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) or containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Some proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation tasks. Some experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for configuration management. Some proficiency with Linux system administration. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Travel Requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license. May be required to obtain a VISA dependent on the overseas country's laws/regulations.
Preferred Skills And Experience/Nice To Have
Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and best practices for platform security. Knowledge of advanced networking topics, e.g, VPCs, TCP/IP, TLS, etc. Knowledge of DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. Experience with monitoring and logging tools for platform health and performance, e.g,. CloudWatch, Grafana, or Elasticsearch. Hands-on experience deploying and supporting Edge hardware. Previous experience working with government agencies or military organizations.
Target salary range $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SAIC by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Platform Engineer” roles.
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