Full Time

(SME)Senior Kubernetes Architecture Engineer

ASCENDING Inc.
$130,000 - $180,000* / year (about $63–$87 an hour)

Job Description

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Job Overview

ASCENDING Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Kubernetes Architecture Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and optimizing Kubernetes cluster solutions to support our cloud-native applications. This role requires deep technical expertise in Kubernetes along with a successful track record in designing scalable and secure infrastructures. You will collaborate closely with software engineering teams to ensure that operational considerations are integrated into our design processes, thus enhancing the performance and reliability of our applications.



Job Responsibilities

  • Design and implement robust and scalable Kubernetes architectures to support enterprise applications.
  • Utilize best practices for Kubernetes cluster management and optimization.
  • Collaborate with development teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines into Kubernetes workflows.
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to improve our Kubernetes environment.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters and applications to ensure high availability and performance.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members on Kubernetes and cloud-native best practices.
  • Document architecture designs, processes, and systems for system reliability and compliance.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams to support application deployments and scalability demands.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Infrastructure Architecture roles.
  • Extensive experience with Kubernetes, including cluster management, scaling, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong knowledge of containerization technologies, particularly Docker.
  • Proficiency in CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
  • Familiarity with cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Go, or Shell scripting.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.


Technologies & Tools

The Senior Kubernetes Architecture Engineer will primarily work with Kubernetes for orchestration, along with Docker for containerization. Proficient use of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform is essential. Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI) to automate deployment processes and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) for performance metrics will also be required. Additionally, basic knowledge of scripting in Python or Golang is beneficial for automation tasks.



Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for the Senior Kubernetes Architecture Engineer position at ASCENDING Inc. will exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrating a passion for technology and a commitment to continuous improvement. They should be adaptable and able to work under pressure, with a collaborative spirit and a focus on achieving results. A proactive mindset, excellent communication skills, and a desire to mentor and grow with the team will significantly contribute to the success of the individual in this role.


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