Kubernetes SRE

As a Kubernetes Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), you will design, build, and support scalable Kubernetes clusters across both public and private cloud environments. Working closely with developers, infrastructure engineers, and security teams, you will ensure that our Kubernetes environments are optimized for performance, security, and reliability. This is a fast-paced and dynamic role where you will leverage your expertise in container orchestration to drive innovation and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Kubernetes Architecture and Deployment: Design and maintain Kubernetes clusters on both public and private cloud platforms (e.g., AWS EKS, Azure AKS, or on-prem solutions).
• Container Management: Build, test, and deploy secure custom container images, optimizing for security and performance.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Implement observability best practices, monitor cluster health, and troubleshoot complex Kubernetes issues to ensure minimal downtime.
• Automation and Deployment Tools: Work with Helm charts and other automation tools to streamline deployments and ensure consistent infrastructure builds.
• Collaboration and Innovation: Work with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of applications into Kubernetes environments.
• Security and Compliance: Ensure secure implementation of TLS/SSL certificates and mutual TLS, following best practices.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed technical documentation and provide regular reports on cluster performance and health.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Linux, containerization, and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes).
• Experience managing Kubernetes clusters on public and/or private cloud platforms (e.g., AWS EKS, Azure AKS, on-prem solutions).
• Proficiency with TLS/SSL certificates and mutual TLS.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes resources like Deployments, StatefulSets, ConfigMaps, and RBAC.
• Knowledge of observability practices and GitOps principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with Service Mesh tools (e.g., Linkerd, Istio) a plus.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform) a plus.
• Self-starter with a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Adaptable and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Detail-oriented, with a focus on process improvement and documentation.

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

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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.