Kubernetes SRE (Private Cloud)

As a Kubernetes Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) with a specific focus on private cloud/on-prem environments, you will design, implement, and maintain highly reliable and scalable Kubernetes clusters in private cloud and on-premise environments. You will work closely with developers, infrastructure engineers, and security teams to ensure that these clusters meet performance, security, and compliance standards. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape our private cloud infrastructure in a fast-paced and innovative team.

Responsibilities:

• Kubernetes Architecture and Deployment: Design, implement, and manage Kubernetes clusters in private cloud/on-prem environments, optimizing for performance and scalability.

• Infrastructure Optimization: Continuously evaluate and enhance on-prem Kubernetes infrastructure to ensure high performance and efficient resource utilization.

• Automation and Deployment: Use Helm charts and other automation tools to streamline the deployment process and ensure consistent builds.

• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Actively monitor the health of Kubernetes clusters, quickly troubleshoot issues, and minimize downtime.

• Security and Compliance: Ensure robust security measures, including proper implementation of TLS/SSL certificates and mutual TLS, and compliance with industry standards.

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for private cloud/on-prem Kubernetes environments, including architecture diagrams and operating procedures.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• 3-4 years of hands-on experience with Linux, containerization, and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes).

• Proven experience managing Kubernetes clusters in private cloud/on-prem environments.

• Proficiency with TLS/SSL certificates and mutual TLS.

• Strong understanding of Kubernetes resources like Deployments, StatefulSets, ConfigMaps, and RBAC.

• Familiarity with observability and GitOps practices.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on resolving complex infrastructure issues.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams.

• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, evolving technological landscape.

• Experience with Service Mesh tools (e.g., Linkerd, Istio).

• Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform).

• Knowledge of storage and networking solutions for on-prem environments

• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.

• Strong team player with a collaborative approach.

• Detail-oriented, with a focus on operational excellence and process documentation.

• Adaptable and able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position.  Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time.  Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive.  The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description.  The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Benefits & Perks:

• Company-Paid Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Medical in our High Deductible Health Plan, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and their families, 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Life insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability

• 401(k): Company will match 100% of your contributions up to 6%

• Optional Employee-Paid Benefits: Medical insurance in our PPO plan and a variety of other benefits such as Health Savings Accounts (with Company Contribution!), Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Life Insurance, Wellhub and more.

• Time Off:  25 days of Paid Time Off plus 12 company holidays

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NORTHMARK STRATEGIES LLC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. THE COMPANY'S POLICY IS NOT TO DISCRIMINATE AGAINST ANY APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE BASED ON RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, GENDER, AGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, MARITAL STATUS, MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DISABILITY, AND GENETIC INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. THE FIRM ALSO PROHIBITS HARASSMENT OF APPLICANTS OR EMPLOYEES BASED ON ANY OF THESE PROTECTED CATEGORIES.