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Job : Senior Platform Engineer Java + Devops(W2) Location : Glen Allen, VA Skills : Platform Engineering, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering roles, DORA metrics Title: Senior Platform Engineer Java + Devops Location: Glen Allen, VA (Onsite) Terms: 12 month contract to start, possibility for extensions Interview Process: technical screening, client review. If client wants to interview, there will be a 30-45 minute Teams call with manager/team then it will require an onsite interview. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement scalable platform infrastructure to support modernization of monolithic Java applications into microservices and APIs. • Re-architect and migrate enterprise Java applications (e.g., Spring Boot, Jakarta EE) to containerized, cloud-based environments using Docker and Kubernetes. • Collaborate with software architects to introduce modern practices such as domain-driven design, 12-factor app principles, and service mesh architecture. • Provision, monitor, and secure MongoDB Atlas and Azure SQL databases for modern Java applications. • Operate and optimize Apache Kafka or Confluent Platform for asynchronous messaging between microservices. • Lead CI/CD pipeline enhancements to support automated testing, secure deployments, and faster release cycles. • Integrate infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates. • Manage secrets, credentials, and certificates across development, staging, and production environments. • Implement observability best practices using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or Datadog. • Establish robust alerting and monitoring strategies to support high-availability Java applications. • Ensure all platform services adhere to enterprise security, compliance, and governance standards. • Partner with engineering leads, solution architects, and security teams to define and enforce platform standards. • Mentor junior engineers and drive engineering excellence through documentation, peer reviews, and technical leadership. Required Qualifications • 10+ years of senior level experience in Platform Engineering, DevOps, or Site Reliability Engineering roles. • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Experience with legacy-to-cloud transformation projects in regulated industries. • Proven track record supporting enterprise Java platforms in production environments. • Hands-on experience with application modernization—refactoring monoliths into microservices, containerization, and cloud-native design patterns. • Strong knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm in managing Java-based workloads. • Proficient in managing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. • Deep familiarity with MongoDB Atlas, Azure SQL, Apache Kafka, and secret/certificate management. • Excellent experience with Microsoft Azure. Preferred Qualifications • Background in Java software development or system architecture. • Experience with service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio) and API gateways. • Familiarity with DORA metrics and platform engineering KPIs. USC/GC/ GC-EAD only BNY Mellon in Pittsburgh, PA that is a 6-12 month CTH. Candidates must already be located within a commutable distance to Pitt (4 days on-site) and need to be US Citizens or GC Holders because BNY cannot provide sponsorship. DevOps Engineer & Release Manager Pittsburgh, PA DevOps Engineer & Release Manager to join a highly collaborative team driving innovation across both mainframe and distributed systems. Responsibilities • Own the release lifecycle – Lead and coordinate end-to-end release processes across 10 Agile PODs, ensuring high-quality, on-time deployments. • Build better pipelines – Design, develop, and optimize CI/CD pipelines across both mainframe and modern distributed applications. • Collaborate across teams – Partner with developers, QA, and ops to streamline build/test/release workflows. • Elevate performance – Monitor and enhance system reliability, scalability, and performance—especially during critical migration phases. • Champion DevOps best practices – Introduce tooling, process improvements, and configuration management strategies across a complex tech landscape. • Align & deliver – Coordinate releases and dependencies across PODs while supporting a long-term migration from mainframe to modern architecture. Experience • 5+ years of experience in DevOps and Release Management within enterprise environments. • Deep understanding of mainframe and distributed application ecosystems. • Expertise with CI/CD tools, automation frameworks, and release orchestration platforms. • Strong communication skills—you’re the connector between dev, QA, and ops. • Ability to juggle multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment. Nice To Have • Experience in the financial services industry • Background supporting hybrid modernization projects • A passion for driving automation and operational excellence

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