Cloud Platform Engineer

*** NOT ACCEPTING C2C OR 1099 APPLICANTS *** We are seeking a senior Cloud Platform Engineer to lead a large-scale Amazon EKS consolidation initiative. This engagement will focus on transforming standalone EKS clusters across both AWS Commercial and GovCloud environments into three shared multi-tenant Kubernetes platforms connected through a dedicated AWS Transit Gateway (TGW) architecture. The ideal candidate has successfully executed large-scale EKS migrations, understands enterprise-grade AWS networking and multi-account governance, and can demonstrate practical use of AI-assisted engineering tools to accelerate infrastructure delivery. Tasks: Design and implement Transit Gateway architecture across AWS Commercial and GovCloud environments Build shared networking services, including VPC endpoints, PrivateLink integrations, NAT gateway architecture, and Route 53 Resolver configuration Deploy consolidated multi-tenant EKS platforms Implement Karpenter-based autoscaling and Bottlerocket node infrastructure Create scalable Terraform modules and multi-account deployment patterns Migrate an initial set of 3-5 AWS accounts into the new shared platform Validate networking, security, and tenant isolation controls Establish migration automation, rollback procedures, and operational runbooks Execute wave-based migrations of 10-15 tenant environments per deployment cycle Perform workload migrations with minimal downtime Retire legacy clusters and supporting infrastructure Produce operational documentation and architecture artifacts Requirements: 5+ years of experience operating Amazon EKS in production environments Experience managing EKS at scale, including: 50+ clusters, or 500+ Kubernetes namespaces Strong experience designing and supporting multi-tenant Kubernetes platforms AWS Transit Gateway (TGW) VPC Endpoints AWS PrivateLink NAT Gateway design and optimization Route 53 Resolver Multi-account and shared-services networking architectures Experience managing modular Terraform across large AWS account footprints Multi-account state management and deployment automation AWS GovCloud experience CJIS, FedRAMP, or other regulated-cloud environments Karpenter node consolidation and optimization Bottlerocket or hardened node operating systems Azure DevOps Pipelines Experience establishing AI-assisted infrastructure development standards, including: Repository scaffolding frameworks AI-enabled code audit patterns Structured guidance documents for AI coding agents Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Greensboro, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $80.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 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