Kubernetes

• Cluster Management:

• Oversee daily operations of existing Kubernetes clusters in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Perform routine maintenance, upgrades, and patching of clusters for high availability and security

• Support:

• Provide tier-2/3 support for AKS cluster-related issues
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve performance and deployment issues

• Design and Architecture:

• Design and implement scalable and secure AKS cluster architectures
• Develop best practices and guidelines for AKS cluster design and operation

• Automation and CI/CD Integration:

• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab or Azure DevOps
• Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency

• Monitoring and Performance Optimization:

• Set up monitoring and alerting using Prometheus, Grafana, and Alertmanager
• Optimize cluster performance via resource management, scaling strategies, and capacity planning

• Security and Compliance:

• Implement security best practices like network policies, RBAC, and encryption
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies

• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:

• Maintain documentation for AKS configurations, processes, and troubleshooting
• Conduct training sessions and workshops for team knowledge sharing

• Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated with Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies
• Evaluate new tools and technologies to enhance AKS workflows

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in managing Kubernetes clusters, including 3+ years with AKS
• Proficiency in Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, and AKS
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and Azure cloud infrastructure
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams