Career Opportunities

Kubernetes Network Engineer with VLAN Expertise

We are seeking a skilled Kubernetes Network Engineer to join our team, responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining network solutions within Kubernetes environments. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of container orchestration, VLAN engineering, networking protocols, cloud infrastructure, and be experienced in optimizing the performance and security of distributed systems. This role involves collaborating closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure scalable, reliable, and secure Kubernetes-based services, with a special focus on VLAN stacking technologies like Open vSwitch (OVS) and their integration in Modeling and Simulation environments.

Kubernetes Networking:

  • Design, implement, and maintain Kubernetes cluster networking solutions (CNI) for high availability and performance.

  • Configure network policies, service mesh, and ingress controllers for Kubernetes clusters.

  • Optimize networking for containerized workloads, ensuring minimal latency and maximum throughput.

  • Develop and implement VLAN-based network segmentation strategies within Kubernetes clusters, focusing on VLAN stacking (Q-in-Q) to enhance multi-tenant isolation.

  • Utilize Open vSwitch (OVS) for advanced VLAN stacking configurations, ensuring effective traffic management and network isolation.

VLAN Engineering & Stacking:

  • Design and configure VLAN stacking (Q-in-Q) solutions using Open vSwitch for complex network environments, enhancing isolation and security.

  • Collaborate with infrastructure teams to integrate VLAN stacking into hybrid cloud and on-premise environments, enabling seamless connectivity and isolated network segments.

  • Optimize network performance for workloads that require advanced VLAN configurations, ensuring proper handling of encapsulated traffic.

Modeling and Simulation Environments:

  • Apply VLAN stacking techniques to create isolated network segments for modeling and simulation scenarios, ensuring accurate replication of real-world network conditions.

  • Work closely with simulation teams to design network topologies that leverage VLAN technologies for emulating diverse networking environments within Kubernetes.

  • Develop solutions for securely integrating simulated network environments with Kubernetes clusters, allowing for the testing and validation of multi-tenant configurations.

Infrastructure Automation:

  • Automate network infrastructure deployment and management using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Helm.

  • Integrate Kubernetes networking with CI/CD pipelines to enable seamless updates and deployments.

  • Automate VLAN provisioning and management processes, including dynamic adjustments of VLAN tags and configurations for modeling and simulation needs.

Cloud and On-Premise Networking:

  • Configure and maintain networking for multi-cloud Kubernetes deployments (AWS, GCP, Azure) or on-premise environments.

  • Implement VPC peering, VPN connections, and secure inter-cluster communications across hybrid cloud networks.

  • Utilize VLAN stacking for efficient multi-tenant management in hybrid cloud environments, ensuring consistent network policies and segmentation.

Security and Compliance:

  • Implement network security policies using Network Policies, Service Mesh, or Istio.

  • Ensure network security best practices such as encryption, TLS termination, and firewall configuration within Kubernetes.

  • Apply VLAN stacking strategies to enhance traffic isolation, improving security for sensitive workloads in Kubernetes clusters.

  • Perform regular security audits and support incident response for network security issues.

Troubleshooting & Monitoring:

  • Diagnose and resolve network-related issues within Kubernetes clusters.

  • Monitor network performance using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack.

  • Monitor VLAN performance and ensure proper encapsulation and routing within stacked VLAN environments.

  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve reliability and scalability of the network infrastructure.

Collaboration & Documentation:

  • Work closely with developers and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration of network features.

  • Provide clear technical documentation and training for network configurations and best practices.

  • Develop documentation and training materials related to VLAN stacking and its application in modeling and simulation environments.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience:

  • 3+ years of experience in network engineering, preferably with container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.

  • Experience with Cloud Networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP.

  • Hands-on experience with networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, etc.).

  • Experience in VLAN engineering and VLAN stacking (Q-in-Q) configurations using tools like Open vSwitch (OVS).

Technical Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and its networking components (CNI, Service Mesh, etc.).

  • Familiarity with network automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, etc.).

  • Experience with cloud-native networking tools such as Calico, Flannel, or Cilium.

  • Proficiency in configuring and managing Open vSwitch (OVS) for VLAN stacking and advanced networking scenarios.

  • Understanding of VPNs, Load Balancers, VPCs, and hybrid cloud networking.

  • Proficiency with network monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Kibana.

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.

  • Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Kubernetes certification (CKA or CKS).

  • Familiarity with Service Mesh technologies such as Istio or Linkerd.

  • Experience in applying VLAN technologies to Modeling and Simulation environments.

  • Experience with DevOps tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or GitOps practices.

Other:

Knowledge of microservices architecture and distributed systems

Ability to obtain a minimum of a SECRET Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Location:

85% Remote work

15% Travel to Customer Sites

Salary/Benefits:

$150,000-$200,000 per year plus health benefits, 401k, Life insurance and 200 hours of flexible PTO

Software Engineer – OpenTelemetry and Hyperledger Besu Integration

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our team, responsible for implementing OpenTelemetry and Hyperledger Besu as part of a blockchain-based communications platform for transaction validation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, observability tools, and blockchain technology, with experience in integrating distributed tracing and validating transactions on an enterprise Ethereum network. This role involves working collaboratively with engineering, DevOps, and architecture teams to build scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions tailored to multi-modal communication platforms.

Responsibilities

OpenTelemetry Integration:

  • Design, implement, and maintain OpenTelemetry-based observability solutions to provide distributed tracing, metrics, and logging for communication platforms.

  • Integrate OpenTelemetry SDKs and APIs with microservices and existing communication workflows.

  • Configure and optimize backends (e.g., Jaeger, Prometheus, Grafana) to ensure comprehensive visibility into application and system performance.

  • Develop tools and scripts to automate the collection and analysis of telemetry data.

Hyperledger Besu Implementation:

  • Deploy and manage Hyperledger Besu nodes to establish a private Ethereum network for transaction validation.

  • Design smart contracts to support the validation of multi-modal communication platform transactions.

  • Implement consensus mechanisms, transaction pools, and block validation tailored to communications use cases.

  • Monitor and optimize Besu nodes for scalability, performance, and security in a Kubernetes-hosted environment.

Platform Integration:

  • Develop APIs and middleware to integrate telemetry data and blockchain-based validation workflows into communication platforms.

  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure seamless deployment of OpenTelemetry and Besu components in CI/CD pipelines.

  • Design and implement secure API gateways and authentication mechanisms for platform interoperability.

Security and Compliance:

  • Ensure OpenTelemetry and Hyperledger Besu implementations comply with security standards and best practices, including data encryption and access control.

  • Perform regular audits of telemetry pipelines and blockchain transactions to identify and address vulnerabilities.

  • Support compliance with DoD and federal standards, including data governance policies.

Collaboration and Documentation:

  • Work closely with architecture teams to align OpenTelemetry and Besu implementations with system design requirements.

  • Provide clear technical documentation, including tracing schemas, smart contract definitions, and system integration guides.

  • Conduct training sessions for team members on OpenTelemetry, Hyperledger Besu, and blockchain-related concepts.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience:

  • 3+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on observability, blockchain, or distributed systems.

  • Hands-on experience implementing OpenTelemetry in production environments.

  • Experience deploying and managing Hyperledger Besu or similar blockchain frameworks.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go.

  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Experience with monitoring and visualization tools like Jaeger, Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack.

  • Strong understanding of Ethereum-based blockchain technologies, including smart contracts, consensus algorithms, and transaction validation.

  • Knowledge of API design and microservices architecture.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a cross-functional team.

  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience integrating OpenTelemetry with large-scale distributed systems.

  • Familiarity with Hyperledger Besu plugins and APIs.

  • Understanding of multi-modal communication systems and related observability challenges.

  • Security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Location and Work Conditions

  • 85% Remote Work.

  • 15% Travel to customer sites for integration, training, and support.

Salary and Benefits

  • Competitive Salary, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), life insurance, and  flexible PTO.

If you are passionate about cutting-edge observability tools and blockchain technology, and you thrive in innovative and collaborative environments, we encourage you to apply!


MUST BE A U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain a SECRET Clerance