13 hours ago
Washington, DC, USASenior
Base Salary
$165k - $285k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design and operate Kubernetes and container platforms supporting mission-critical workloads.
- Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines, container build processes, and infrastructure automation.
- Ensure the scalability, reliability, performance, and security of containerized environments.
- Deploy, manage, and operate container runtimes, orchestration tooling, and supporting services.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in complex environments.
- Participate in Agile execution, planning, and continuous improvement activities.
- Communicate platform status, risks, and technical decisions clearly to stakeholders.
- Lead or assist with the design and implementation of complex integrated container platforms.
- Build and maintain customer trust through technical expertise and professionalism.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
- At least 6 years of systems or DevOps engineering experience, including at least 3 years of hands-on Kubernetes and container technology experience.
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator and Terraform Associate certifications are required.
- DoD 8140 certification aligned to the 451 System Administrator work role is required, such as Security+, Cloud+, SSCP, CASP+, or CISSP.
- Experience designing, building, and maintaining container orchestration platforms, including Kubernetes or OpenShift.
- Hands-on experience managing the scalability, reliability, and security of enterprise or mission-critical containerized environments.
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes ecosystem tooling including Rancher, Helm, Docker, Cilium, Rook, Ceph, MinIO, S3, and PortWorx.
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline is preferred; relevant experience may substitute for education requirements.
- Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical operational environment.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Parental leave and dependent care.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Professional development opportunities, including company-paid training and certifications.
- Employee assistance and wellness programs.
- Potential performance-based bonuses, referral bonuses, and additional incentives.
- Essential-personnel designation may require work during government shutdowns, emergencies, or other critical situations.
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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About MetroStar
MetroStar provides IT services and software solutions to U.S. federal civilian and defense agencies, focusing on digital transformation, AI/ML, application modernization, enterprise IT, and human-centered design. The company operates on government contracts to deliver secure systems and mission-support applications. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, MetroStar is privately held and a portfolio company of Veritas Capital.