Senior Platform Engineer Job at Second Front Systems

Senior Platform Engineer

Second Front Systems

Location:
United States

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Platform Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you'll spearhead our technical efforts to bring our DevSecOps platform (Game Warden) onto multi-cloud fabrics. Second Front Systems is working to accelerate the transition and adoption of emerging technology into the national security ecosystem, including the Department of Defense.

Job Responsibility:

Architect, improve, implement, and operate our cloud native platform for deploying software as a service offerings to the national security ecosystem
Be central to the research, experimentation, and development needed to deliver our Platform platform (Game Warden) onto classified fabrics
Build, test, validate, and operate Game Warden in accordance with the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community security and compliance standards
Work cross functionally on both well defined topics and on areas you identify as needing research and development
Work closely with government interlocutors to understand, provision, and secure cloud-based resources in support of research and development efforts to get Game Warden deployed on classified networks
Gain a level of DoD 8570 compliance
Establish benchmarks, outline key activities, and prioritize efforts across multiple initiatives and programs
Be responsible for developing and documenting new solutions, working independently, and contributing to a culture of diversity, innovation, and excellence

Requirements:

Senior-level experience designing, implementing, and operating cloud-based infrastructure
Deep expertise and experience with containerization
In-depth experience with Kubernetes (K8s) and cloud service providers such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC), specifically design, management, and updating IaC with tools such as Pulumi in Golang and crossplane
Ability to develop, optimize, and debug code
Ability to design, build, and implement code in Golang or rust
Ability to implement, modify, and maintain CI/CD pipelines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to understand technical concepts
Strong commitment to documenting applications and process you create
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Expertise with DevSecOps principles, components, and cloud computing providers and services
Familiarity with Gitlab, Google Workspaces, Slack
Availability to travel up to 25 percent of the time
U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements
Must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs: DC/Maryland/Virginia, Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC, Denver/Colorado Springs, CO, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

Nice to have:

5-7 years of relevant experience
Certified one of AWS/GCP/Azure Solutions Architect
Experience in systems administration, systems or software engineering, and/ or computer science
DoD 8570 compliance
Strive to be both compassionate and direct with your feedback
Team-oriented and inclusive with your actions
View obstacles as opportunities for growth
Strong interest in matters of national security
Active security clearance or ability to obtain a Top Secret-level security clearance
Experience working in a startup environment
Ability to adopt, create and iterate on changing procedures
Top Secret/SCI security clearance

What we offer:

Competitive Salary
100% Healthcare, vision and dental coverage
401(k) + 3% company contribution
Wellness perks (Fitness classes, mental health resources)
Equity incentive plan
Tech + office supplies stipend
Annual professional development stipend
Flexible paid time off + federal holidays off
Parental leave
Work from anywhere
Referral Bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 26, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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