Senior OpenShift/Kubernetes Platform Engineer//W2//Remote

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Job Overview

The Senior OpenShift/Kubernetes Platform Engineer will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and management of scalable cloud-native applications hosted on a robust OpenShift and Kubernetes platform. This position requires in-depth knowledge of container orchestration, automation, and best practices, along with a commitment to ensuring high availability and performance of the deployed applications. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure capabilities while supporting application teams on their cloud journey.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize Kubernetes/OpenShift clusters for various applications.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment workflows.
• Collaborate with developers and operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve application issues.
• Ensure security compliance and implement best practices in container management.
• Monitor, log, and analyze system behavior and performance for continuous improvement.
• Document processes, policies, and system configurations to facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 operational support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud-native development and infrastructure management.
• Proven experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
• Strong understanding of cloud environments, preferably AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills.

Technologies & Tools

The Senior OpenShift/Kubernetes Platform Engineer will be expected to work with a variety of technologies and tools, which include but are not limited to: Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI, cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, GCP), as well as configuration management tools like Ansible, and monitoring tools including Prometheus and Grafana.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for this position are detail-oriented and possess a strong analytical mindset. They are proactive in identifying challenges and proposing innovative solutions. A team player with excellent communication skills, they can collaborate effectively across departments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Candidates should display a strong commitment to professional development and be eager to stay updated on industry trends and technologies.