Platform Engineer

This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.Who we are: N3bula Systems, a Raft Company, operates at the cutting edge of national defense innovation. Founded to pioneer infrastructure automation and secure platform engineering, N3bula Systems earned its reputation delivering resilient, open systems for the most demanding defense and intelligence missions. In 2025, N3bula Systems was acquired by Raft—the defense technology company building the next era of autonomous warfare through distributed data systems, scalable platforms, and agentic AI. Together, they're transforming how the U.S. military unifies data and decision-makers across domains—delivering the speed, autonomy, and real-time data fusion required to protect U.S. interests, strengthen joint force operations, and outpace emerging threats to national security.About the Role:We are seeking a Platform Engineer with an active Top Secret/SCI clearance to play a pivotal role in automating and orchestrating our critical infrastructure. This position is ideal for a technical expert passionate about deploying, managing, and optimizing system infrastructures using the latest technologies in system automation, container orchestration, and open-source applications. You'll be based in San Diego, Ca and work on projects vital to national security and technological advancement.Key Responsibilities:Implement and manage system automation using Ansible and Puppet, ensuring efficient configuration across RHEL and Windows platformsDeploy and maintain Kubernetes clusters with RKE2 and Rancher, focusing on scalability, reliability, and securityManage a wide array of open-source applications (NiFi, Kafka, Zookeeper, MinIO, Keycloak, Longhorn, Grafana, Prometheus, Loki, Promtail, GitLab), enhancing our capabilities in data processing, storage, and monitoringEnsure the highest level of system performance and security across all platforms and technologiesCollaborate with teams to understand project requirements, providing technical solutions that align with strategic goalsMaintain comprehensive documentation on system configurations, deployments, and operational practicesRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field7 years of experience with Ansible, Puppet, Kubernetes (RKE2 and Rancher), RHEL, and Windows system managementStrong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesPreferred Skills:Masters Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related fieldFamiliarity with NiFi, Kafka, Zookeeper, MinIO, Keycloak, Longhorn, Grafana, Prometheus, Loki, Promtail, and GitLabExperience with containerization technologiesSystem performance optimization experienceClearance Requirements:Active Top Secret with ability to obtain and maintain SCI Work Type:Onsite at San Diego, CaMay require up to 10% travelSalary Range:$130,000 - $165,000The determination of compensation is predicated upon a candidate's comprehensive experience, demonstrated skill, and proven abilitiesWhat we will offer you: Highly competitive salaryFully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company matchTake as you need PTO 14 paid holidaysGenerous Referral BonusesAnd More!Our Vision Statement: We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with the mission. Our Customer Obsession:We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.How do we get there?Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking, and collaboration is a norm. Raft's core philosophy is Ubuntu: I Am, Because We are. We support our "nadi" by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration. Your Rights: California residents have the right to request information about personal data collected and to request deletion, subject to certain exceptions. Note that employment-related information is subject to specific exemptions under CCPA. Contact Us: For questions about this notice or to exercise your privacy rights, contact: operations@teamraft.com or (703)570-4820.We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Salary : $130,000 - $165,000