Kubernetes Data Center Administrator

Role Overview: Gruve, an innovative software services startup, is looking for an experienced Kubernetes Data Center Administrator to manage and maintain multiple infrastructure systems running Kubernetes across data centers. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in creating, managing, and debugging Kubernetes clusters and services, ensuring operational excellence through collaboration with IT teams. This position requires deep technical expertise in Kubernetes, virtualization, and data center operations, as well as strong experience in ITSM platforms and compliance management. Key Responsibilities: - Design, deploy, and maintain multiple Kubernetes clusters across data center environments. - Manage and troubleshoot Kubernetes services including MinIO (object storage), Prometheus (monitoring), Istio (service mesh), MongoDB, and PostgreSQL (databases). - Collaborate with IT teams to support operational needs such as change management, patch and software update cycles, data protection, disaster recovery planning, DCIM systems, compliance audits, and reporting. - Diagnose and resolve complex Kubernetes configuration issues. - Modify platform components and scripts to enhance reliability and performance. - Administer and integrate multiple ITSM platforms for asset management, change management, incident management, and problem management. - Maintain detailed documentation of Kubernetes environments and operational procedures. - Ensure systems meet regulatory and organizational compliance standards. Qualifications: - 8-10 years of experience in Kubernetes administration and virtualization technologies. - Proven experience managing production-grade Kubernetes clusters and services. - Strong understanding of data center operations and infrastructure systems. - Hands-on experience with ITSM platforms (e.g., Jira Service Management). - Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Bash, Python) and automation tools. - Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana). - Experience with disaster recovery planning and compliance audits. - At least one CNCF Kubernetes certification (e.g., CKA, CKS, CKAD). - Experience with container security and policy enforcement preferred. - Familiarity with GitOps workflows and tools like ArgoCD or Flux preferred. - Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) preferred. Note: The job description also includes information about the company, its culture, and the work environment, which has been omitted for brevity.,