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Nutanix

Cloud Systems Engineer

Nutanix, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021


The Aerospace Corporation

is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.The Cloud Systems Engineer (Senior Member of Technical Staff/Engineering Specialist - Cloud Computing & Cyber Security Architecture) contributes to delivery of services that provide our customers with guidance and solutions for developing, deploying, and managing highly secure, available, resilient, and scalable software systems utilizing cloud technologies and cloud native application architectures. If you’re a passionate and driven individual who is excited about developing advanced computing solutions that keep our nation at the forefront of space systems capabilities, consider joining our team of talented engineers.Work ModelThis is a full-time position based in either Chantilly, VA or El Segundo, CA offering a hybrid work model that combines 3 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.What You’ll Be DoingProviding cloud technologies, cloud application/platform/infrastructure architecture, site reliability engineering, cloud systems engineering, and cloud security expertise to DoD, IC, and Civil Space customers. Services to these customers include:Product Analysis of Alternatives and Proof-of-Concept prototypingArchitecture risk analysis assessmentsReference cloud architectures and cloud architectural design solutions, such as multi/hybrid cloud; serverless; and edge computing models, tailored to a particular domain (e.g., ground enterprise, space) and customer requirementsDevelopment of software engineering processes and procedures to support provisioning and management of cloud infrastructures and platformsCloud cost estimation and migration strategiesMentoring junior technical staff and growing departmental knowledge through work and training assignments, and technical leadership.What You Need to be Successful - Senior Member of Technical Staff - Cloud Computing & Cyber Security ArchitectureMinimum Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or other sciences/engineering disciplineFive or more years of relevant experience directly related to developing and delivering complex large-scale distributed software systems solutions and technical productsIn-depth, hands-on experience in at least one of the following four technical disciplines:Cloud Infrastructure

Commercial cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Virtualization (e.g., VMware, Linux KVM)Unix/Linux operating system internals and administrationTCP/IP networkingInfrastructure as Code (e.g., Ansible, Terraform)

Cloud Platforms

Container runtimes (e.g., Docker engine, contained, CRI-O)Kubernetes (e.g., vanilla, RKE, EKS, AKS, GKE)Service meshes (e.g., Istio)

Cloud Native Application Development

Application design, implementation, and containerizationDevSecOps CI/CD pipelinesMicroservices architectureTwelve-factor application methodology

Cloud Security

Identity and Access ManagementLogging and monitoringCloud network security

Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal and working relationships with various levels of corporate staff, peers, management, program offices, customers, and contractorsOutstanding communication skills: interpersonal, presentation, and written communications skillsA commitment to delivering on organizational goalsThis position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.What You Need to be Successful - Engineering Specialist - Cloud Computing & Cyber Security ArchitectureMinimum Requirements:All of the above requirements for Cloud Platforms Engineer - Sr. MTSEight or more years of relevant experience directly related to developing and delivering complex large-scale distributed software systems solutions and technical productsHow You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:Advanced degree from an accredited program in Computer Science or other sciences/engineering disciplineHands-on experience designing, implementing, and operating cloud platforms and infrastructures supporting real usersHands-on experience designing and implementing complex, distributed cloud native applications supporting real usersWorking knowledge of every layer in a cloud technology stack (e.g., physical infrastructure, virtualization infrastructure, operating systems, application hosting platforms, cloud native application design)Equal Opportunity CommitmentThe Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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