Platform Engineer

Company: GTT, LLC
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: January 28, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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 Job Description: 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 gttjobs Company Description Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure. We are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier. There is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link: https://bit.ly/gttcareers Awards SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm: 2023 and 2015 SIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for: 2019 -2023 Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company: 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015 Randstad Preferred Supplier: 2020 - 2023 TechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019 NH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist: 2015 Company Description Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.\r\n\r\nWe are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.\r\n \r\nThere is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link: https://bit.ly/gttcareers \r\n \r\nAwards\r\n\r\nSIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm: 2023 and 2015\r\nSIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for: 2019 -2023\r\nInc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company: 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015\r\nRandstad Preferred Supplier: 2020 - 2023\r\nTechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019\r\nNH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies\r\nErnst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist: 2015

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