Kubernetes Engineer (Kubernetes, Jenkins, IAC)

My client is looking for a Kubernetes Specialist to work 3 days onsite in Sheffield (Candidate can be based in Leeds to work 3 days a week in office in Leeds).

Job Description

Top Skils- Kubernetes - 5+ years experience

Design, deploy, and manages containerized applications within Kubernetes clusters, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability. Key requirements include proficiency in Kubernetes architecture, Linux networking, CI/CD pipelines, IaC (Terraform), and scripting (Go/Python). The role involves optimizing cluster performance, managing services, and supporting developer workflows. wiz.io +5

Key Responsibilities
  • Cluster Management: Deploy, scale, and maintain production-grade Kubernetes clusters.
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate environment provisioning using Terraform or Ansible.
  • CI/CD & GitOps: Build and manage pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Argo CD, or Flux.
  • Networking & Security: Configure networking (Ingress, CNI, service mesh) and implement security best practices (RBAC, network policies).
  • Monitoring & Observability: Implement logging and monitoring solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, Fluentd).
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve cluster issues related to networking, storage, and application performance
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Kubernetes Expertise: Deep knowledge of Kubernetes components, architecture, and APIs.
  • Containerization: Proficiency with Docker and container runtimes.
  • Cloud Experience: Strong experience with public cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Scripting/Coding: Ability to write automation scripts in Bash, Python, or Go.
  • Linux Knowledge: Strong understanding of Linux system administration.
  • Certifications: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) preferred.
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • 5+ years of experience managing Kubernetes in production.
  • Experience with GitOps workflows and managing infrastructure at scale.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a focus on automation.

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Job Details

Company
GCS
Location
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contract
Salary
£550 - £650/day
Posted