Looking for a career where your technical leadership shapes next-generation Navy capabilities? Want to bring your expertise to a company that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement?

Atlas Tech, a veteran-owned IT company serving multiple DoD customers in support of America’s warfighters, is seeking a highly skilled, forward-leaning Compute Warfare Software (SW) Platform Engineer. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at guiding engineering teams, and enjoy evaluating cutting-edge technologies, this may be the right fit for you. This role provides critical technical oversight for modern Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) architectures supporting Navy/DoD Tactical Networks.

You Will:

• Provide technical leadership and oversight to software developers and third-party vendors implementing modern PaaS solutions
• Lead lab-based evaluations of new PaaS and container technologies (Kubernetes, OpenShift, Rancher, Tanzu) as part of a specialized tiger team
• Coordinate all lab testing, integration activities, and technical assessments across multiple engineering groups
• Review and evaluate software architectures, vendor proposals, and developer deliverables against strict Navy/DoD requirements
• Deliver strategic technical recommendations to the Compute Warfare Lead Engineer
• Ensure modern PaaS and Kubernetes-based architectures meet all tactical, operational, and security requirements
• Oversee automation strategies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices to ensure efficient and secure software delivery
• Provide architectural guidance across Linux/Windows OS, networking, microservices, and cloud-native design principles
• Support integration of ICAM, RBAC, IAM, and Active Directory within distributed PaaS environments
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) within a cross-functional DevSecOps environment
• Prepare technical briefs and communicate complex concepts to engineers, vendors, and leadership
• Continuously evaluate emerging Kubernetes and commercial platform capabilities to inform modernization strategies
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related taskings as directed

You Have:

• US Citizenship
• Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance
• Deep technical understanding of Kubernetes and modern PaaS platforms (OpenShift, Rancher, Tanzu)
• Demonstrated experience evaluating software architectures, vendor solutions, and developer deliverables
• Strong knowledge of IT enterprise services (email, chat, collaboration, monitoring, backups, file services)
• Experience overseeing automation, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps deployment methodologies
• Solid foundation in Linux/Windows OS, networking, cloud-native design, and microservices architectures
• Thorough understanding of ICAM, RBAC, IAM, and Active Directory integration
• Working knowledge of DoD Systems Engineering processes and tactical mission systems
• Strong documentation and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a highly technical, fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn emerging technologies

We'd Be Impressed If You Had:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
• Experience with IT/OT systems integration in tactical environments
• Familiarity with CANES/ACS systems and migration strategies
• Knowledge of modern observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)
• Experience evaluating AI/ML technologies for ITSM or system operations
• Certifications such as:
  • Red Hat
  • Scrum/Agile
  • CISSP, SANS, ITIL
  • Microsoft certifications (MCIT, MCSA, MCSE)

What is Atlas, you ask?

Atlas is a fast-growing information technology services company servicing a range of DoD customers. Our core values directly contribute to our success and growth. Atlas enjoys success by combining nimble management, a top-notch technical team, and unequaled customer service. We are extremely passionate about our platform, as well as our relationships among our team and with our customers.

Life at Atlas

Our focus can be summed up succinctly – To create a positive impact for our clients, community, and country, we integrate reliable, intuitive IT solutions for the warfighter.

Atlas offers you:

Growth potential and ability to lead change

Company leadership that believes in learning, teaching, passion, and flexibility

Challenging, motivating and fun work environment

Company culture that is guided by our core values

Agile product management methodologies with minimal process overhead

Flexible work schedule