VP, Platform Engineering
Core
Building a new Platform Engineering organization to own the compute infrastructure powering autonomous spacecraft, mission software, and classified command-and-control systems for the U.S. and its Allies.
Role type
VP, Platform Engineering
Builds
Compute infrastructure platform, AI enablement infrastructure, and accredited DoD environments
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / National Security
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
Cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GovCloud), Kubernetes, container orchestration, networking, CI/CD, DoD Impact Level 5/6 accreditation, NIST 800-53, STIGs, RMF, ATO process, executive communication, organizational scaling
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense/national security background, multi-cloud/hybrid architectures, high-growth startup experience, platform engineering operating models
Technologies
AWS, Azure, GovCloud, Kubernetes
Responsibilities
Build and lead the Platform Engineering organization from the ground up, own the company's compute infrastructure platform strategy, define and deliver technical architecture for DoD accredited environments, drive AI enablement infrastructure, lead the Systems Working Group for technology standardization, partner with engineering leadership and government customers
Seniority
Executive (VP), hands-on IC
