Senior Kubernetes Consultant
LinuxRecruit
Overview
In this role you will optimize and secure large-scale Kubernetes infrastructure, enabling reliable, high-performance platforms. You will work across cross-functional teams to implement scalable deployment strategies, automate migrations, and enhance security posture. The position offers hands-on work with modern tooling and the chance to shape platform capabilities at scale. A strong emphasis on continuous learning, training, and certification supports your growth as a leading Kubernetes specialist.
Pay / Benefits- fully funded training
- conferences
- certifications
- hybrid work
- design and operate scalable Kubernetes clusters
- implement Helm-based deployments and GitOps workflows
- utilize service meshes (Linkerd, Istio, Consul) to manage traffic and security
- build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation
- lead on-prem-to-cloud migrations and hybrid cloud strategies
- enforce security with open source and private tooling (e.g., Falco, Aqua)
- practice Infrastructure as Code with Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi, or Bicep
- troubleshoot performance, reliability, and security issues at scale
- collaborate with engineers to deploy secure, compliant platforms
- expertise in Kubernetes at scale
- experience with deployment strategies and Helm
- familiarity with GitOps and CI/CD pipelines
- knowledge of service meshes (Linkerd, Istio, Consul)
- proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi, Bicep)
- Linux scripting and automation
- security-minded engineering (Falco, Aqua)
- experience with on-prem-to-cloud migrations
- problem-solving and collaboration skills
- security-minded
- problem-solving
- cross-functional collaboration
- Kubernetes
- Helm
- GitOps
Reference: WJ-747_30855529