Principal Platform Engineer

ClarityFort Meade, MD

$93,000 - $285,000 / year

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Overview

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$93,000-$285,000/year

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Clarity Innovations is a trusted national security partner, dedicated to safeguarding our nation's interests and delivering innovative solutions that empower the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) to transform data into actionable intelligence, ensuring mission success in an evolving world.

Our mission-first software and data engineering platform modernizes data operations, utilizing advanced workflows, CI/CD, and secure DevSecOps practices. We focus on challenges in Information Warfare, Cyber Operations, Operational Security, and Data Structuring, enabling end-to-end solutions that drive operational impact.

We are committed to delivering cutting-edge tools and capabilities that address the most complex national security challenges, empowering our partners to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the success of their critical missions. At Clarity, we are people-focused and set on being a destination employer for top talent, offering an environment where innovation thrives, careers grow, and individuals are valued. Join us as we continue to lead innovation and tackle the most pressing challenges in national security.

Position Summary

You will work on a Kubernetes platform that enables secure deployment of container-based capabilities supporting cyber operations for US Cyber Command. The platform provides a common integration layer for mission applications across multiple environments, including on-premises vSphere, AWS, and air-gapped Azure.

Role Expectations

Build, configure, and operate Kubernetes clusters supporting production workloads across cloud and on-premises environments
Automate infrastructure provisioning using infrastructure-as-code practices
Configure and deploy baseline platform services via GitOps
Support CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines used by application and data teams
Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for platform services
Ensure platform security, availability, and performance
Collaborate with security teams to support RMF and security requirements
Troubleshoot infrastructure and platform issues across distributed environments

Contract Specific Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in platform, infrastructure, or DevOps engineering (additional experience expected for Principal level)
Hands-on experience operating Kubernetes in production
Experience with Docker and container technologies
Highly proficient in a Linux/Unix terminal - candidates should be "keyboard-first" and comfortable with remote system management and complex troubleshooting without a GUI
Experience with infrastructure automation (Terraform, Ansible, or similar)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows
TS/SCI clearance preferred; must be eligible to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly within 6 months of hire
U.S. citizenship required
Must reside in the Fort Meade MD area or be willing to relocate prior to start

Salary Range: $93,000 - $285,000

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Candidates can expect a pay range of $93,000 and $285,000 per year.

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What experience level is required for this role at Clarity?

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