Sr. Software Engineer - Cloud/On-Prem & Cybersecurity Platform

Position Title: Sr Software Engineer, Cloud/On-Prem & Cybersecurity Platform

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Sr. Software Engineer opportunity located Remote in the United States, supporting a next-generation AI, quantum, and advanced computing platform.

Job Description:

• This role supports the next-generation cloud infrastructure behind an AI-native cybersecurity and data observability platform designed to continuously monitor large-scale enterprise environments and detect anomalies, zero-day threats, and previously unknown activity.
• We are seeking a hands-on Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to design, build, automate, and operate the cloud infrastructure supporting our client's cybersecurity platform.
• You will work extensively with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), cloud security, observability, and highly available distributed systems. Scope includes building both customer-facing cybersecurity platform capabilities and internal DevSecOps/infrastructure tooling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Infrastructure Design & Operation: Design and operate scalable infrastructure on OCI and On-prem environments.
• Kubernetes Environment Management: Build and manage Kubernetes-based production environments.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop infrastructure as code using Pulumi, Terraform, or similar technologies.
• CI/CD & DevSecOps: Build and improve CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Cloud Security & Observability: Implement cloud security, networking, monitoring, and observability solutions.
• Platform Reliability: Improve platform reliability, availability, performance, and automate operational deployment processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cybersecurity, AI/ML, software engineering, and product teams.

Job Qualifications:

• Cloud Infrastructure Experience: Strong cloud infrastructure and On-prem engineering experience.
• Containerization: Direct experience with Kubernetes and containerized environments.
• Automation & Scripting: Experience with Ansible, Python, Rust, Go, Java, or similar programming languages.
• Infrastructure as Code: Hands-on experience with IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Pulumi).
• DevOps & CI/CD: Proven background in CI/CD and DevSecOps practices.
• Linux & Security: Systems-level experience with Linux, networking, and cloud security.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Cloud Platforms: Experience with OCI (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) or other major cloud platforms.
• Domain Experience: Prior cybersecurity platform experience.
• High-Performance Computing: Exposure to high-performance or distributed computing architectures.
• Data & Observability: Experience with high-volume data platforms, observability, and telemetry systems.
• Enterprise & Government Environments: Experience supporting enterprise or government environments.
• High-Growth Settings: Experience working in high-growth, transformation, or private equity-backed environments.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Remote (Must reside in the United States)
• Pay Rate Range: $90–$120/hour
• Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens, Green Card Holder OR Permanent Residential only.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health plan options (Medical, Dental, Vision), 401(k) program, pre-tax commuter benefits, and Paid Time Off (PTO). (Note: W2 is our standard employment structure; 1099 arrangements may be supported upon request for candidates with required business insurance.)

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.