Senior Platform Developer

divh2Platform Developer / h2pN3bula Systems is at the forefront of infrastructure automation and secure platform engineering, delivering open, resilient solutions for national defense and intelligence missions. In 2025, N3bula Systems joined forces with Raft-a mission-obsessed, non-traditional prime focused on distributed data systems, platforms at scale, and agentic AI. Together, theyre accelerating mission-critical AI innovation and transforming how the U.S. military connects sensors, shooters, and decision-makers across domains to enable a unified joint force. As part of the Raft, N3bula Systems brings deep expertise in systems architecture, cloud automation, and cybersecurity-now supercharged by Rafts edge-native AI, autonomous data fusion, and scalable software platforms. Their combined capabilities deliver real-time, warfighter-ready solutions that solve the most complex national security challenges-at speed, at scale, and without compromise. / ph3About the Role / h3pWe are hiring a Platform Developer to build secure, automated infrastructure components that power mission-critical environments. Youll work as part of a small, highly skilled development team delivering Puppet modules, Helm charts, CI / CD pipelines, and automation scripts for integration by downstream engineering teams. This position is primarily remote, but you must be based in San Diego, CA and available to visit customer facilities as needed for meetings, coordination, or support during integration and deployment activities. This is a development-focused role-you will not be maintaining infrastructure, but writing the code that builds and configures it. / ph3Key Responsibilities / h3ulliCollaborate with fellow developers to design, develop, and maintain Puppet modules that enforce secure system configurations and ensure compliance with organizational standards. / liliCreate and maintain Helm charts to support Kubernetes-based deployments, ensuring scalability, reliability, and ease of management. / liliBuild and optimize CI / CD pipelines using GitLab, promoting efficient, automated, and secure software delivery. / liliDevelop automation scripts using Bash and Python to streamline infrastructure management and operational workflows. / liliPartner closely with platform and integration engineers to ensure a seamless handoff, integration, and implementation of developed codebases. / liliContribute to the creation and enhancement of reusable, modular infrastructure code libraries that improve development efficiency and consistency across projects. / liliEnsure all developed code aligns with Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements and adheres to STIG compliance standards. / liliSupport customer success initiatives by occasionally participating in on-site meetings and integration efforts to facilitate smooth deployments and address technical challenges. / li / ulh3Required Qualifications / h3ulliBachelors in related field preferred / lili15+ years of experience in infrastructure / platform development / liliHands-on expertise in : / liulliKubernetes (RKE2 preferred) / liliHelm chart development / liliCI / CD pipeline creation in GitLab / liliPuppet module and Hiera development / liliBash and Python scripting / liliAnsible (for supplemental configuration) / liliStrong understanding of RHEL Linux environments / liliAbility to write clean, modular code intended for handoff / li / ul / ulh3Preferred Skills / h3ulliMasters Degree in related field preferred / liliExperience with container tools and registries (Harbor, Trivy, Skopeo) / liliFamiliarity with LDAP, Keycloak, or centralized auth systems / liliPrevious experience supporting DoD / IC environments / liliExperience developing for disconnected or air-gapped systems / liliContributions to open-source infrastructure automation projects / li / ulh3Clearance Requirements / h3ulliActive Top Secret with ability to obtain and maintain SCI / li / ulh3Work Type / h3ulliHybrid in San Diego, Ca / liliMust Reside in or commutable distance to San Diego, Ca / liliMay require up to 15% travel / li / ulh3Salary Range / h3ulli$175,000 - $210,000 / liliThe determination of compensation is predicated upon a candidates comprehensive experience, demonstrated skill, and proven abilities / li / ulh3What We Will Offer You / h3ulliHighly competitive salary / liliFully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage / lili401(k) with company match / liliTake as you need PTO + 14 paid holidays / liliGenerous Referral Bonuses / liliAnd More! / li / ulh3Our Vision Statement / h3pWe bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with the mission. / ph3Our Customer Obsession / h3pWe will approach every deliverable like its 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. Rafts 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. / ppYour 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. / ppWere 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. / p / div