Platform Engineer

Primary Job Title:

Platform Engineer

Alternate / Related Job Titles:

• Infrastructure Platform Engineer
• Cloud Platform Engineer
• DevOps Platform Engineer
• Systems Platform Engineer

Location & Onsite Flexibility:

Kansas City, MO — Onsite

Contract Details:

Position Type: Contract

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Start: As Soon As Possible

Pay Rate: $60.00 – $70.00 per hour

The Platform Engineer designs, develops, and deploys complex infrastructure operating platforms and network solutions while providing technical expertise to both internal teams and clients. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and automated enterprise solutions aligned with organizational values of integrity, safety, and service excellence.

The Platform Engineer plays a critical role in cloud infrastructure, automation, security, and reliability, supporting modern software and infrastructure environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy complex infrastructure and network solutions
• Build and deploy automation scripts to optimize infrastructure management
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement enterprise and software solutions
• Monitor infrastructure systems for security, compliance, and availability
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, including system outages
• Develop, test, and deploy new software and infrastructure components
• Respond to security incidents and provide remediation guidance
• Participate in the development and enforcement of security systems and policies
• Analyze security alerts, vulnerabilities, and threats to prevent incidents
• Perform additional duties as assigned while complying with all policies and standards

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Business, or a related field and 4+ years of experience in infrastructure/network systems, system engineering, or related roles OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience building cloud infrastructure in Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Pulumi
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python, PowerShell, Go, or similar)
• Experience using Git and modern code review/release workflows
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, DNS, and certificate management
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment tools
• Experience deploying and supporting containerized workloads
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Experience with security systems, vulnerability management, and remediation

Preferred:

• Enterprise-scale cloud or platform engineering experience
• Strong collaboration and facilitation skills across technical teams

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

About the End Client:

An established infrastructure engineering firm that designs and builds essential infrastructure for cities. With a legacy dating back to 1898, the organization is driven by safety, quality, and a commitment to building a thriving society.

About GTT:

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 clients across infrastructure, technology, financial services, life sciences, utilities, and retail throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number:

26-00994

Hashtags:

• #LI-GTT
• #LI-Onsite

Skills:

• Automation
• Bash Scripting
• Biology
• Cloud Computing
• Code Reviews
• Computer Security
• Continuous Deployment/Delivery
• Continuous Integration
• Cross-Functional
• Digital Certificates
• Doctor of Nursing Science (DNS)
• Engineering
• Enterprise Applications
• Financial Services
• Fortune 500 Customers
• Git
• Go Programming Language (Golang)
• Health Insurance
• Identify Issues
• Incident Response
• Network Systems
• Problem Solving Skills
• Python Programming/Scripting Language
• Retail
• Safety/Work Safety
• Scripting (Scripting Languages)
• Security Analysis
• Software Administration
• Software Engineering
• Systems Administration/Management
• Systems Engineering
• TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
• Team Player
• Technical/Engineering Design
• Test Plan/Schedule
• Windows PowerShell

About the Company:

GTT