Platform Engineer

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Apex Systems
Falls Church, VA, United States
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Job#: 2089873

Job Description:

Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry or insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients’ digital visions.

Apex has an opportunity for an Platform Engineer . For applicants who are interested in this opportunity, send your updated resume to Mike Konjoian, Account Manager, at .

Here are the details:

Position: Platform Engineer

Location: Tucson, AZ (on-site)

Project Duration: 12 months w/ possibility of extension or conversion

Rate: Negotiable Based on Experience

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Platform Engineer to join our team in supporting enterprise-scale platform services. This role involves developing, deploying, and maintaining containerized applications and infrastructure across cloud environments, with a strong emphasis on automation, security, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and operate containerized services in production using orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes or Cloud Foundry.
  • Build scalable developer platform services and APIs to support software operations.
  • Design and maintain continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for automated deployment and testing.
  • Manage and sustain production services using AWS , Azure, or other cloud infrastructure providers.
  • Design and administer Identity and Access Lifecycle Management operations and controls.
  • Facilitate certification of access for all in-scope resources including SaaS, cloud platforms, and managed applications.
  • Collaborate in a cross-functional environment, communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Respond to software outages and lead post-mortem reviews including root cause analysis.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of platform engineering/support experience.

  • At least 3 years of experience with:

  • Containerized services in production.

  • Cloud orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, Cloud Foundry).

  • Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure).

  • CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance.

  • Identity and access management operations.

  • Experience in collaborative environments with strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Proven ability to manage access certification across diverse systems and tools.

  • Active and transferable DoD Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

  • Top Secret clearance preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience deploying Platform as a Service (PaaS) solutions.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash , Python , or PowerShell.
  • Experience automating platform management at enterprise scale.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver creative solutions.
  • ISO, CQE, or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview:Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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