Senior Kubernetes Engineer

Summary

The Senior Kubernetes Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise-scale Kubernetes platforms. This role requires deep technical expertise in container orchestration, microservices architecture, and cloud-native technologies. The position combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic platform development, focusing on scalability, security, and automation of Kubernetes environments across multiple clouds and on-premises installations.

Primary Job Functions

This section describes the primary /essential responsibilities that this job performs.

• Actively design and implement cloud infrastructure solutions across multiple platforms (Azure, Google Cloud) as well as implementations into Kubernetes platforms, and understand the concept of cattle vs pets, but the reality of which is which, why, and how to build solutions around that. 
• Design and implement enterprise-scale Kubernetes clusters and supporting infrastructure
• Develop and maintain custom Kubernetes operators and controllers
• Create and optimize CI/CD pipelines for Kubernetes deployments
• Implement security best practices and compliance controls
• Design and implement multi-cluster management solutions
• Architect high-availability and disaster recovery solutions
• Develop automation for cluster lifecycle management
• Implement service mesh and networking solutions
• Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Optimize cluster performance and resource utilization
• Implement observability and monitoring solutions
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to team members
• Design and implement GitOps workflows
• Troubleshoot complex platform issues
• Develop and maintain architecture documentation while actively participating in implementation 
• Create and execute disaster recovery and business continuity solutions
• Implement monitoring and observability solutions across the technology stack
• Actively participate in code reviews and development activities
• Design, implement, and utilize centralized identity and access management solutions
• Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions 

Secondary Job Functions

This section describes the secondary responsibilities that this job performs.

• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings, training and education. Assist with training other employees and providing backup.
• Complete other assignments and special projects as requested.

Job Qualifications

Education:

•  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD, CKS)
• Experience with Kubernetes Operators Framework
• Contribution to open-source Kubernetes projects
• Experience with service mesh technologies
• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards
• Multi-cloud platform experience
• Experience with large-scale deployments (100+ nodes) Demonstrated expertise in cloud platforms (Azure, GCP, Kubernetes clouds) 
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Deep understanding and implementation experience with security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Experience with enterprise integration patterns and their implementation

Licenses or Certifications

• None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Document management system
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet
• Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment
• Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect
• Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers
• Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries