BW Design Group · 3 days ago
Platform Engineer
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
6+ years expBW Design Group is a leading system integrator known for its commitment to creating impactful solutions. As a Sr. Software Engineer, you will work with industry experts to deliver high-quality solutions in the Control System Integration Practice, focusing on containerization and Kubernetes deployment for clients in manufacturing environments.
Industrial Automation
Hiring Manager
Carolyn George
Responsibilities
Assist in containerizing industrial applications (e.g., Ignition by Inductive Automation) using Docker, ensuring compatibility with production manufacturing workloads
Develop and maintain Kubernetes configurations, including manifests, Helm charts, operators, and ArgoCD application sets, to support automated, GitOps-driven deployments
Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) with Kubernetes for seamless project delivery
Support the implementation of advanced Kubernetes features like auto-scaling, rollouts (e.g., via Kargo or similar tools), and high-availability setups
Contribute to troubleshooting and optimizing Kubernetes clusters (cloud or on-prem) for performance, security, and cost efficiency
Work with SCADA/MES engineers to translate application requirements into containerized, Kubernetes-native solutions, ensuring alignment with client needs
Contribute to developing firm-wide standards and procedures for developing client-owned production containerized applications
Represent the company positively, aligning with our culture and Guiding Principles of Leadership
Qualification
Required
6+ years of direct DevOps or cloud solutions architecture experience
3-5+ years of experience with Kubernetes specifically in production environments, ideally with stateful or complex applications (relevant project experience counts)
Hands-on experience building and optimizing Docker containers for production workloads
Proficiency in writing Kubernetes YAML manifests, Helm charts, or Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs)
Familiarity with GitOps tools like ArgoCD (or FluxCD) for automated deployments
Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or Go for automation tasks
Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their integration with Kubernetes (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
Knowledge of Kubernetes networking, storage, and security concepts (e.g., services, ingresses, PVs/PVCs, RBAC)
Willingness to learn industrial automation platforms (e.g., Ignition, FactoryTalk, Wonderware) and apply Kubernetes expertise to manufacturing use cases
Experience in manufacturing environments (e.g., food and beverage, life sciences, or industrial automation) is a plus but not required
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS EKS, Azure AKS, Google GKE) or on-prem Kubernetes (e.g., OpenShift, K3s) is a bonus
Exposure to monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) or Java-based development (e.g., for Ignition modules) is a plus
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and vendors
Personal ownership over success in developing industry standards and enterprise direction in containerized industrial applications
Willing and able to travel as needed for project requirements, including installations, client meetings, or industry events (travel will be supported)
Preferred
Certified Kubernetes Administrator or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer credentials are preferred
Minimum B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Consideration will be given to degrees in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related fields with relevant technical experience or coursework in Kubernetes/containerization
Benefits
Professional development resources
Mentorships including our First Year Experience program
Individual Development Plans
Career Path resources and tools
Company
BW Design Group
BW Design Group is the only independent, fully integrated AEC firm powered by a Manufacturer's Mindset™.
1001-5000 employees
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