Platform Developer - U.S. Citizenship Required

Description

ZenPoint Solutions LLC (“ZenPoint Solutions”) is a rapidly expanding Information Technology (IT) services company in the federal sector. We foster a thriving, ambitious work environment that prioritizes employee well-being and a positive company culture. We invite you to join our team and help us shape a dynamic future as we deliver innovative solutions to address the nation's most critical IT missions.

Clearance Requirement: Candidate must hold an active Secret clearance and be able to maintain a Secret clearance (or higher) throughout employment

Work Location: Springfield, VA

Work Schedule (On Site): Requires five (5) days onsite at the customer's facility

Position Overview: ZenPoint Solutions is seeking a Platform Developer to help define, build, and enhance our containerization and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) infrastructure. This role is well-suited for a platform-focused engineer with strong Linux and Kubernetes expertise who excels at designing, deploying, and supporting modern cloud-native systems. The position will play a key role in migrating Python and .NET workloads to containerized environments while establishing best practices for infrastructure-as-code and scalable platform operations.

Requirements

• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters and supporting infrastructure
• Develop and implement containerization strategies to modernize legacy applications
• Configure and manage physical hardware infrastructure supporting containerized workloads
• Contribute to Python application codebases and design deployment strategies for Python workloads across both cloud and air-gapped environments
• Implement infrastructure-as-code using Azure Bicep and Kubernetes Helm charts
• Partner with development teams to define and promote “Golden Path” patterns for containerized application deployment
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Kubernetes cluster performance, reliability, and scalability
• Support CI/CD pipeline integrations and develop automation workflows
• Create and maintain documentation for platform architecture, operational procedures, and best practices

Required Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a United States Citizen and present proof of Citizenship, if selected
• 5+ years of professional experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or a related technical role
• 2+ years of experience managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or other Kubernetes clusters in production environments
• Strong proficiency in Linux system administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including cluster operations, workload deployment, and day-to-day management
• Proficiency in Python, with the ability to contribute to application code and understand deployment requirements
• Experience working with physical hardware, including server configuration, maintenance, and on-premise infrastructure support
• Solid understanding of containerization principles and Docker or other container runtime technologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience deploying GPU-accelerated Python applications for machine learning inference or other compute-intensive workloads
• Experience building and maintaining hardened container images aligned with NIST security standards
• Hands-on experience supporting air-gapped or highly restricted deployment environments
• Familiarity with container security scanning tools and vulnerability management practices
• Knowledge of zero-trust architecture principles and service mesh technologies

No recruitment agencies, please. 

Company Benefits: We take care of your well-being here at ZenPoint Solutions! Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy. We also offer group and voluntary life insurance for financial security, and short-term and long-term disability insurance to provide peace of mind in case of unexpected illness or injury. You'll have the option to contribute to a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching contributions to save for the future. We also offer flexible spending accounts to help manage medical and dependent care costs on a pre-tax basis. On top of that, you'll enjoy a generous paid leave policy, including federal holidays, to maintain a healthy work-life balance. To help you grow in your career, we offer professional development opportunities and a tuition assistance program.

Commitment to Equality: At ZenPoint Solutions, we value diverse perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.