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Kubernetes Engineer (DoD Secret | Weeknight Mission Readiness | Remote – U.S.)

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Kubernetes Engineer – Weeknight Shift (Remote – U.S.) Location: Remote (U.S.) Clearance: Eligible for Secret Clearance Schedule: Weeknight Shift | 12:30 AM – 8:00 AM ET Employer: Rackner Where Reliability Meets Purpose Night operations demand the best. As a Kubernetes Engineer (Weeknight Shift), you’ll be the critical backbone keeping Air Force Platform One and Air Mobility Command systems online, secure, and resilient while the world sleeps. Your work ensures global communication and mission readiness never pause. If you thrive in high-autonomy environments and value mission impact, this role is built for you. ⚙️ What You’ll Do

  • Support continuous uptime for critical national systems
  • Engineer and manage multi-cloud Kubernetes clusters
  • Use Terraform, Ansible, and GitOps for end-to-end automation
  • Apply security-first principles and DoD compliance standards
  • Perform proactive monitoring and rapid incident response
  • Collaborate with elite engineers across time zones

What You Bring

  • Proven expertise in Kubernetes, Istio, and Helm
  • Experience across AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Proficiency with Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, and container security
  • Strong Linux and networking background
  • CKA certification preferred

About Rackner Rackner is a cloud-native software consultancy specializing in DevSecOps, AI/ML, and multi-cloud architecture. We design and deliver systems that enable the Department of Defense and enterprise clients to operate with speed, scale, and security. Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • 401(k) with 100% match (up to 6%)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
  • Generous PTO & flexible scheduling
  • Equipment stipend for your home setup
  • Weekly pay & certification coverage
  • Career growth in cleared and enterprise engineering programs

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