Senior Platform Engineer/kubernetes Sme

KELLOGG BROWN & ROOT PTY

Beavercreek, OH, US
Base: $187,700-$225,000 (colorado springs, co); $1...
Hybrid
Multi-cluster kubernetes operations
Service mesh implementation with istio
Kubernetes controller/operator development
KBR is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer with expertise in Kubernetes to support critical national security projects in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software engineering, particularly in Kubernetes operations, and a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Job Summary

  • KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities.
  • The Senior Platform Engineer will lead design and operations of a modular, API-first platform supporting multi-cluster Kubernetes environments with strong security and observability.
  • KBR offers competitive benefits including 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Matching Summary

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KBR is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer with expertise in Kubernetes to support critical national security projects in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software engineering, particularly in Kubernetes operations, and a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Salary

Base: $187,700-$225,000 (Colorado Springs, CO); $196,600-$218,400 (Lexington Park, MD, Maui, HI, Carlsbad, CA); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive lifestyle benefits including 401K, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Multi-cluster Kubernetes operations
  • Service mesh implementation with Istio
  • Kubernetes controller/operator development
  • Network policy with eBPF/Cilium
  • Observability with Prometheus and OpenTelemetry
  • Security hardening with mTLS and OIDC

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in air-gapped environments
  • Package and deploy for disconnected sites
  • Exposure to Kubernetes Gateway and Envoy Gateway
  • VV&A support for modeling & simulation
  • Collaborative and innovative team environment

Key Requirements

  • 12+ years software engineering experience
  • 5-8+ years platform/SRE Kubernetes experience
  • Active DoW Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Hands-on experience with GitOps tools (Argo CD/Flux)
  • Controller/operator development using Go or TypeScript
  • Experience with security tools like OPA/Gatekeeper/Kyverno

Work Rights

Active DoW Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required

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