Kubernetes Platform Software Integration Engineer (Software Integration Engineer Level 2 – SIE2)

Wyetech is seeking an experienced Software Integration Engineer (SIE2) to support the administration, maintenance, integration, and operational sustainment of the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) component of the CASA Compute Environment (CCE).

The CASA Compute Environment provides secure, multi-tenant, high-performance, and highly available Kubernetes clusters operating within a Linux-based infrastructure. This position focuses on maintaining platform reliability, scalability, security compliance, and optimal cluster performance in support of mission-critical applications and operational requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess strong Linux administration skills, hands-on Kubernetes cluster management experience, and expertise in containerization, infrastructure automation, and platform monitoring.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.

• Experience working in Linux environments, including command-line interfaces (CLI), system utilities, and troubleshooting tools.

• Experience developing Bash and Python scripts to automate administrative tasks and operational processes.

• Experience with containerization technologies, including Docker and Podman.

• Demonstrated experience administering, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring Kubernetes clusters.

• Experience troubleshooting and resolving Kubernetes workload issues involving ingress, performance, networking, storage, and cluster operations.

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, concepts, and methodologies using automation tools such as Ansible.

• Experience developing, deploying, configuring, and maintaining Helm charts for Kubernetes applications and services.

• Experience using monitoring and observability tools, including Prometheus and Grafana.

• Experience using Git for source code management, branching strategies, version control, and team collaboration.

Desired Skills:

• Experience using Atlassian collaboration and development tools, including Jira and Confluence.

• Experience working in DevOps environments utilizing Agile development principles and methodologies.

• Experience developing Python applications, including RESTful services and microservices, or a willingness to learn.

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification.

Responsibilities and Capabilities:

• Administer, maintain, and provide operational support for the PaaS component of the CASA Compute Environment.

• Configure, monitor, troubleshoot, and sustain secure, multi-tenant Kubernetes clusters operating within Linux-based infrastructure.

• Maintain platform availability, scalability, reliability, and performance in support of mission and application requirements.

• Integrate, install, configure, upgrade, compile, and support Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) software in heterogeneous operating system environments.

• Develop and maintain Bash and Python scripts to automate administrative functions and operational workflows.

• Deploy, configure, and support containerized applications and services using Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.

• Diagnose and resolve Kubernetes workload issues involving ingress controllers, networking, storage, resource utilization, and application performance.

• Develop, deploy, and maintain Helm charts to support consistent application configuration and deployment.

• Implement infrastructure automation and configuration management using Ansible and IaC methodologies.

• Utilize Prometheus, Grafana, and related monitoring tools to evaluate system health, availability, and operational performance.

• Collaborate with platform engineers, software developers, and mission stakeholders to resolve integration issues and support operational requirements.

• Execute software testing and performance characterization procedures to validate functionality and system performance.

• Generate and maintain documentation for the full software stack, including configurations, integration procedures, upgrades, and sustainment activities.

• Support platform security compliance, software upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

Candidates must meet one (1) of the following education and experience combinations:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus at least six (6) years of demonstrable experience integrating, installing, configuring, upgrading, compiling, and supporting COTS/GOTS software in a heterogeneous operating system environment.

OR

• Five (5) years of full-time, directly related Computer Science work experience in substitution for a bachelor's degree, plus six (6) years of demonstrable experience integrating, installing, configuring, upgrading, compiling, and supporting COTS/GOTS software in a heterogeneous operating system environment.

Security Clearance and Additional Requirements:

• Required Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world-class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.

Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

Additional benefits include:

Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.

Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:

• A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Vision and Dental

• Life and AD&D Benefits

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances

• Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000

• Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts

• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS

• Various team-building events throughout the year, such as monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.

• Employees receive two complimentary branded clothing orders annually.

Hourly Pay Range: $67.30–$91.13

Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications; and geographic location. Hourly pay rates reflect the pre-benefit gross wage amounts.

Wyetech, LLC is 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 status as a protected veteran.

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Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

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Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood. at 844-WYETECH x727 or staffing@wyetech.com. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.

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