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TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company

Platform Operations Engineer | Remote

On site

Reston, United states

Junior

Freelance

09-03-2026

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Skills

Communication Python JavaScript CI/CD DevOps AWS Lambda Problem-solving Research Architecture node.js AWS Agile AWS Cloud React.js Infrastructure as Code Microservices

Job Specifications


Job Title: Platform Operations Engineer
Location: Remote
Duration: Long term

Role Overview
We are seeking a Platform Operations Engineer who is a technically curious problem solver with experience in AWS cloud environments, DevOps practices, serverless architectures, and automation.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with event-driven cloud applications, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and scripting languages such as Python or JavaScript. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential as this role works closely with multiple engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities
Design & Implementation (75%)
Design and build cloud-based solutions using Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD best practices
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate infrastructure lifecycle management
Build and support internal tools and automation frameworks to improve developer productivity
Develop scripts and automation using Python or JavaScript
Work with AWS cloud services to create scalable and resilient infrastructure solutions
Collaborate with software engineers, security teams, infrastructure teams, and network teams to implement platform capabilities
Research emerging technologies and contribute to continuous platform improvement
Contribute to the development and growth of the Cloud Engineering Program

Team Operations & Support (25%)
Implement cloud-first architecture and platform best practices
Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Grooming, Demos, and Retrospectives
Conduct peer reviews of software engineering artifacts
Maintain, monitor, and operate platform infrastructure
Troubleshoot and resolve production and system issues
Ensure adherence to security policies, operational standards, and development best practices

Required Skills & Qualifications
3 years of experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, orchestration, and modern DevOps practices
Strong experience working with AWS cloud infrastructure
Experience with CI/CD frameworks and automation pipelines
Experience developing event-driven serverless cloud applications
Strong knowledge of Cloud Computing, DevOps, and Microservices architecture
Scripting or development experience using Python, JavaScript, Node.js, or React.js
Experience working with distributed cloud systems

Preferred AWS Experience
Experience with the following AWS services is highly preferred:
AWS Lambda
SNS
SQS
S3
Step Functions
EC2
ECS
VPC
IAM
CloudWatch
DynamoDB

Additional Skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to explain technical solutions in business-friendly language
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities
Self-driven, collaborative, and adaptable mindset
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About the Company

Founded in 2002, TalentBurst is an MBE and JCC certified firm that provides award winning solutions globally. Services: Banking, Financial Services, & Tech Staffing Health & LifeScience Staffing SLED (State, Local Gov, Education, Utility) Staffing High Hazard & Global Payroll (EOR) 1099/IC Validation & Compliance (AOR) Awards: 2004-2025 Newsweek Best Company for Diversity 2024-2025 USA Today Top Workplaces Best Place To Work 2024-2025 Newsweek America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2024 Monster Top Workplaces for Remote ... Know more