Platform Engineer III at Verisign

Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services.We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.We are looking for a Platform Engineer III to join a dynamic team responsible for building, managing and maintaining the Verisign Kubernetes platform on which our mission-critical services depend. We prize engineering professionals who are equipped with great technical skills and attitudes that motivate those around them.Our platform and our teamOur platform uses a mix of Open Source and commercial off-the-shelf software and targets a large on-prem bare-metal footprint using cloud-native constructs. The environment offers a secure-by-default configuration, implementing a GitOps-first approach, in-depth network micro-segmentation and governance policies. We follow a mostly Kanban workflow and adhere to GitOps principles. We value fast iteration and a customer-oriented approach while being mindful about security. The team has strong expertise in Kubernetes, networking and operating an internal cloud but also has experience with application development. The team is geographically diverse, with presence in both Switzerland and the US.Job responsibilities:Develop the internal Kubernetes platformIntegrate platform components and operators; implement the deployment and monitoring for these following IaC, CaC and GitOps principlesDevelop and maintain an internal Kubernetes operatorDevelop CI validation and verification of the code baseAdopt a security mindset as part of development and validation processesDocument the platform for use-of-use by application teams and the platform operations teamCoordinate with other technical staff to implement systems and software, prioritizing depending on business needsSupport operations functions, including root cause identification, remediation and documentationRegularly re-assess the platform's internal ecosystem with the industry's leading solutionsParticipate in a 24x7 on call rotation for tier 3 supportPreferred Skills, Experience, and Attributes:An ideal candidate will have a blend of technical skills, an intention to grow themselves and those around them, and will have a combination of:Experience with Kubernetes (and related ecosystem) configuration and administrationExperience developing mature solutions for monitoring and reporting using tools like Prometheus, Grafana and SplunkWriting code with a high-level programming language such as Python or GoExperience writing and maintaining a Kubernetes operatorUnderstanding of security and network stackExperience operating Linux and Unix systems in a large-scale environmentExperience with managing an on-prem footprintExperience with one cloud environment, such as AWSFamiliarity with development tools such as GitHubWritten and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly and succinctly describe complex issuesRequirements:Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experiencePrior experience developing or operating a Kubernetes platform in a production environmentExperience with one high-level programming language5+ years of relevant industry experienceThis position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid schedule.The pay range is $108,900 - $147,300.The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.Additional Information:Our Careers PageOur Benefits SummaryVerisign in the CommunityOur EEO StatementOur Privacy Notice for Job Applicants/CandidatesReasonable AccommodationsStaffing agency policy: No fees will be paid for unsolicited resumes submitted to Verisign or our employees by third parties.