Kubernetes Engineer

Kubernetes Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Kubernetes Engineers to join our team in the design, integration, and testing of a Platform as a Service (PaaS) platform. This role is perfect for individuals who are hands-on, detail-oriented, and motivated to thrive in a dynamic engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the buildout of a Kubernetes-based PaaS platform.
• Integrate Kubernetes components and services into the platform.
• Perform manual testing to validate system functionality.
• Verify service connectivity, including TCP/IP communication between services.
• Write and execute test plans and test cases.
• Create and manage Kubernetes resources, including Pods.
• Document testing processes and results.
• Utilize tools such as JIRA, DOORS, and TestRail (training available if needed).

Essential Skills

• Active security clearance.
• 25+ years of experience (Level 2/3).
• Experience with Kubernetes and Linux.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, service communication).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a manual testing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with system or integration testing.
• Exposure to test management tools (JIRA, DOORS, TestRail).
• Experience writing test documentation and plans.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced engineering setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $72.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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