--- title: 'Platform Engineer (GitLab practice) at INflow Federal' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/platform-engineer-gitlab-practice-inflow-federal-remote-ckmwxfk91sab' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-20' --- # Platform Engineer (GitLab practice) at INflow Federal - **Company:** INflow Federal - **Location:** Remote - **Compensation:** $120k–$160k - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-10-06 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/inflowfed/c1e4dbf1-6d5f-4f48-8f96-8e8a9e037171 ## Job description INflow Federal is a defense integrator engineering decision superiority for the Department of War and Intelligence Community. We deliver mission-critical AI/ML, software engineering, digital infrastructure, and cybersecurity capabilities on active DoW and IC programs, with cleared engineers across more than 20 states. ## The Role INflow is standing up a GitLab Professional Services practice as a subcontracting partner to GitLab. As a Senior GitLab DevSecOps Engineer, you will deliver GitLab-scoped engagements for GitLab's enterprise and public sector customers, working alongside the GitLab PS team under GitLab's methodology, on GitLab-managed statements of work. The work is cleared, customer-facing, and runs against defined scopes. You will install and operate GitLab at enterprise scale, migrate agencies off legacy platforms, design CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines, and roll out GitLab Duo and the Duo Agent Platform (DAP) in environments where the mission depends on getting it right the first time. What You Will Do: - Administer GitLab Self-Managed and Dedicated environments: install, upgrade, backup and restore, user and group management, runners, Geo replication, and performance tuning. - Lead enterprise migrations into GitLab from GitHub, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or SVN. Use Congregate and direct transfer. Deploy GitLab reference architectures. - Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines, including security scanning (SAST, DAST, dependency, container) and compliance framework integration. - Configure and roll out the GitLab Duo Agent Platform (DAP): build and customize agents and flows, enable AI-assisted development workflows, and advise customers on governance and adoption. - Deliver customer-facing advisory, clear documentation, and knowledge transfer to agency teams. Lead workshops, cutovers, and secure-environment deployments. - Operate against defined SOWs with GitLab managing the customer relationship. Scope, estimate, and ship work on schedule. Required Skills: - 3+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps or platform engineering. - Hands-on GitLab administration experience in production (Self-Managed or Dedicated). - Experience designing, running, and troubleshooting CI/CD pipelines at enterprise scale. - Strong consulting instincts: clear written and verbal communication, ability to lead a customer meeting, and discipline working to a defined scope. - Willingness to travel to customer sites for workshops, cutovers, and secure facilities when needed. Preferred Skills: - Active GitLab certifications (GitLab Certified Associate, Professional, or Services Engineer). - Experience with Kubernetes and Terraform in production. - Experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure in a DevSecOps context. - Prior work on federal, defense, or intelligence community programs. - Experience with GitLab Duo, DAP, agentic AI, or AI-assisted development adoption. - Experience with security scanning toolchains, STIG compliance, or cATO frameworks. What You'll Get: - Direct GitLab enablement, training on GitLab PS delivery methods and tooling, and a defined path to GitLab certifications. - Work on cleared, high-impact engagements across DoW, IC, and civilian federal customers. - The opportunity to build INflow's GitLab practice from the ground up as a founding member. Clearance Requirements: Minimum of a DoD Secret clearance is required. Top Secret highly desired. Note: this role requires an active DoD clearance held directly by the candidate at the time of application. Top Secret preferred. Candidates without an active clearance will not be considered. ## About INflow Federal ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: INflow Federal delivers advanced AI/ML, software engineering, and secure infrastructure solutions to modernize and protect mission-critical systems for the U.S. Department of Defense and federal agencies. - **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped / self-funded, no disclosed venture funding) - **Headquarters**: Ashburn, Virginia, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: IT System Data Services, Defense & National Security, Cybersecurity, AI/ML, Software Engineering, Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization - **Target customers**: U.S. Department of Defense (Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Joint Forces), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Defense Intelligence Agencies, DHS, NGA, and the Intelligence Community. B2G (Business-to-Government). - **Mission/purpose statement**: Deliver mission-critical solutions that empower warfighters, enhance mission success, and equip customers with the technical advantage needed to operate confidently in a rapidly changing environment. ## Products & Services - **AI/ML & Data Science**: Scalable models for NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics, and real-time edge inference in contested environments. - **Software Engineering**: Custom web development, DevOps automation, cloud-native development, and secure software solutions. - **Infrastructure Modernization**: Network modernization, cloud migration, high-performance computing (HPC), and data center management. - **Cybersecurity**: CMMC Level 2 compliant VDI enclave, NIST SP 800-171 controls, and full-spectrum cyber operations. - **Digital Modernization**: System integration, legacy system upgrades, and digital twin initiatives. - **Mission Operations**: Joint Force mission support, including systems engineering and technical assistance for deployed environments. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available - **Key Metric**: Revenue not disclosed; employee count ~38 (LinkedIn, 2026) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not funded by traditional VCs. Key government customers: U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, National Reconnaissance Office, Air Force, Joint Forces, DHS. - **Growth Signals**: - Achieved CMMC Level 2 compliance (December 2025) - Active hiring in Springfield, VA (DevOps, Software Engineer, Systems Administrator, Cloud Engineer) - 15 offices across the U.S. (Ashburn HQ, Newport, Mechanicsburg, Norfolk, Corpus Christi, Honolulu, etc.) - Designated a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) with Hispanic American and Minority Owned certifications, giving access to set-aside contracts ## Competitive Advantages - **Veteran-centric culture**: Over 50% of workforce are military veterans; dedicated Veteran Outreach Program to attract transitioning service members. - **Small Business Agility**: Ability to integrate seamlessly with large programs while operating with the speed and flexibility of a small business. - **Deep Domain Expertise**: Focused solely on defense and intelligence missions with proven track record across Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Joint Forces. - **Emerging Technology Focus**: INflow Labs drives R&D in computational physics, software-defined networking, and next-gen AI/ML capabilities. - **Security Certifications**: CMMC Level 2 compliance demonstrates rigorous security posture. ## Strategic Focus - Continue investing in AI/ML, cloud, and software-defined infrastructure to support digital modernization goals of the DoD. - Expand customer base across additional defense and intelligence agencies. - Grow workforce with mission-ready engineers, particularly veterans. - Maintain small-business status while scaling delivery capabilities. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Founded on “exceptional people” – hires builders, operators, and problem solvers who take ownership. Values direct communication, technical rigor, and collaboration. - **Veteran-Friendly**: Strong commitment to hiring transitioning military personnel; over half of employees are veterans. - **Career Development**: Formal Career Progression Program, weekly check-ins, monthly calls with executive management, tuition reimbursement. - **Work Arrangement**: Roles are generally on-site (Ashburn, VA; Springfield, VA; Newport, RI; Mechanicsburg, PA; Norfolk, VA; Corpus Christi, TX). Some positions may require TS/SCI clearance. - **Benefits**: Medical, Dental & Vision; Paid Time Off; 401(k); Health FSA & Dependent Care FSA; LTD; Tuition Reimbursement; Rental car discounts; INflow Swag. - **Engineering Culture**: Curiosity-driven teams encouraged to stay current on emerging tech; challenging mission-focused work with real impact for national security. ## Sources 1. [LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/inflowfederal) 2. [Careers Page (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/inflowfed) 3. [INflow Federal About Page](https://inflowfed.com/about/) 4. [CB Insights Profile](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/inflow-3) 5. 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