Platform DevSecOps Engineer

KUBRA is in growth mode and seeking a talented Platform DevSecOps Engineer to join our DevOps team!

In this role, you will design, build, and operate KUBRA’s Internal Developer Platform (IDP), empowering product teams to deliver, observe, and secure microservices with speed and reliability. This is a software-centric engineering position where you’ll leverage your expertise in Python/Go, Terraform, and Kubernetes to create self-service infrastructure and streamline automation. A key aspect of the role involves integrating and automating AWS managed security services, ensuring security is seamlessly built into the platform without compromising developer productivity.

This is a hybrid position based out of our office in Tempe, Arizona.

What you get to do every day!

• Strengthen the configuration of security related aspects of the KUBRA HQ cloud platform environment including with focus on Kubernetes.
• To ensure success as a Platform DevSecOps Engineer, you should demonstrate experience and creativity in the following areas: Cloud Security, Application Security, Network Security, Systems Security, and Security Automation.
• Develop reusable Terraform modules and Kubernetes policies and templates that abstract cloud complexity.
• Enforce cluster‑wide security guard‑rails using Kyverno (or OPA Gatekeeper) policies, AWS IAM Roles for Service Accounts, network policies and Pod Security Standards.
• Automate policy testing, drift detection and remediation through Git‑Ops pipelines so every upgrade, add‑on or workload remains compliant. 
• Automate build, test and release workflows using CircleCI and Argo CD; enforce policy as code and automated security scans.
• Support and improve IaC configurations for some AWS managed services such as  AWS WAF.
• Implement security findings pipelines using event‑driven automation to various security tools; collaborate with Security Operations on remediation runbooks.
• Engage with product teams to collect feedback and evolve the platform backlog; run demos, write RFCs and maintain documentation.
• Champion best practices for resiliency, cost optimization and minimal‑friction security.
• Implement security controls and best practices across CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide security guidance to product engineering teams building software applications in compliance with industry standards in public cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development teams to implement secure coding practices.

What kind of person should you be?

• Practice ‘Security as Code’ to ensure security “baked in” and automation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and responsible.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and an ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism in all client communications.
• Understanding and following the business strategy, objectives, and adjusting to performance metrics.
• Excellent organization, time management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle pressure and focus on results.

What skills do you need?

• 4 + years in Platform Engineering, DevOps or Software Engineering with demonstrable coding experience in Go or Python.
• Deep expertise with Terraform and Git‑Ops workflows.
• Hands‑on operation of Kubernetes and AWS networking.
• Proven track record automating at least one AWS managed service.
• Experience building in or supporting highly‑regulated environments (SOC 2, PCI‑DSS).

What can you expect from us?

• Award-winning culture that fosters growth, diversity and inclusion for all
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Free LinkedIn Learning subscription
• Bi-annual performance-based bonuses
• Continued education with our education reimbursement program
• Flexible schedules
• Free unlimited access to our refreshment stations (fully stocked with tea, coffee and other beverages)
• Two paid days for volunteer opportunities
• Free on-site Fitness center
• Access to a ‘Tickets at Work’ membership
• A free premium membership for ‘Headspace’; an app geared towards mental health and wellbeing
• 401k Matching

Equal Employment Opportunity: KUBRA is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request by emailing View email address on swooped.co . Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.