Full-Time

Platform Engineer

Soldier Pair

Posted on 3/5/2025

Akima

Akima

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides agile solutions for federal government

No salary listed

Mid

Austin, TX, USA

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Platform Engineering
Required Skills
AWS
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or similar relevant field.
  • 3 years of experience as a Platform Engineer.
  • Ability to coach and train junior platform engineers in the following: Knowledge of cloud computing service models Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes and pipeline tools.
  • Knowledge of portable, extensible, open source platform for managing containerized workloads and services in AWS.
  • Knowledge of the steps for release to higher levels of integration testing, certification activities, and/or operations using testbeds, modeling and simulation to synchronize software releases with the development of an operations environment(s) to ensure compatibility.
  • Knowledge of every stage in the software project lifecycle, from initial design and build to rollout and maintenance.
  • Must hold a current and valid IATII or higher certification (Security+ acceptable).
  • Ability to obtain interim Secret clearance prior to start date and achieve/maintain Secret clearance upon final adjudication.
Responsibilities
  • The Platform Engineer is responsible for providing services and tooling so that application teams can develop mission specific software in a secure and scalable cloud environment.
  • Platform Engineers are responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance of the organization’s technology infrastructure.
  • Ensuring that all systems are running smoothly and resolving any issues that may arise.
  • Maintaining a deep understanding of computer hardware and software in order to identify and resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
  • Designing and implementing automation framework.
  • Monitoring application and network performance.
  • Reviewing code.
  • Ensuring standards of quality.
  • Consuming and analyzing large amounts of data to make predictions about future trends.

Akima provides a range of services to the federal government, focusing on areas such as facilities maintenance, information technology, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, and construction. Their solutions are designed to be flexible and responsive to the needs of government agencies. Akima operates as a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, and aims to achieve positive outcomes for its clients while also supporting the values and interests of its Iñupiat shareholders. The company is recognized as a significant player in the government contracting space, having been ranked #39 among the top 100 government contractors by Washington Technology in 2020. Akima is committed to non-discrimination and accessibility in its operations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Pinnacle Solutions enhances defense training and sustainment capabilities.
  • Increased demand for cybersecurity services boosts Akima's federal contract opportunities.
  • Growing interest in green building practices aligns with Akima's construction services.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges with Pinnacle Solutions may disrupt operations.
  • Increased competition in federal contracting could pressure Akima's market share.
  • Potential changes in federal spending priorities may impact Akima's revenue.

What makes Akima unique

  • Akima is ranked #39 among top 100 government contractors in 2020.
  • Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, owned by 14,700 Iñupiat shareholders.
  • Akima offers diverse services including IT, logistics, and construction to federal clients.

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Company News

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense

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