Sr. Infrastructure Specialist

8 - 12 years

7 - 11 Lacs

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Job TitleSenior Infrastructure Specialist

Experience:8+ Years




Skills:
  • Kubernetes, Infrastructure, Containers, Linux, Cloud, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

    DepartmentIT

    Reports ToTech Lead



    Location:
    Pune (Hybrid)
    Role Summary:
    We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Infrastructure Specialist to lead and manage scalable infrastructure and container-based environments. This role focuses on
    Kubernetes orchestration,
    automation, and maintaining secure, reliable, and efficient platform services. Youll play a critical role in evolving infrastructure systems using modern DevOps practices, and driving the adoption of
    containerization and
    cloud-native technologies across the organization.

    Key Responsibilities:
    Design, automate, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for OS image creation.Independently create, manage, and deploy hypervisor templates.Manage and scale the Vanderlande Container Platform across test, acceptance, and production environments.
    Administer and optimize 150+ downstream Kubernetes clusters, ensuring performance, reliability, and uptime.
    Improve solutions related to container platforms,
    edge computing, and
    virtualization.
    Lead the transition from VMware OVAs to a Kubernetes-based virtualization architecture, incorporating insights from Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives.
    Focus on platform automation, using Infrastructure as Code to minimize manual tasks.
    Ensure security hardening and compliance for all infrastructure components.
    Collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and security teams to drive container adoption and lifecycle management.
    Required Qualifications &


    Skills:

  • 8+ years of infrastructure engineering experience.Deep expertise in Kubernetes architecture, deployment, and management.
    Strong background in Linux systems administration and troubleshooting.Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
    Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and Ansible.
    CI/CD development experience (GitLab, Jenkins, ArgoCD, etc.).Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM).
    Key Skills (Core):
    Kubernetes (cluster management, Helm, operators, upgrades)
    Containerization (Docker, container runtime, image security)
    Cloud-Native Infrastructure
    Linux System Engineering
    Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
    DevOps & Automation Tools
    Security & Compliance in container platforms

    Soft


    Skills:

  • Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.Analytical thinking with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.Time management and the ability to deliver under pressure.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    CKA / CKAD Certification (Kubernetes)
    Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)Experience in implementing container security and compliance tools (e.g., Aqua, Prisma, Trivy)
    Exposure to GitOps tools like ArgoCD or FluxMonitoring and alerting experience (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
    Key Relationships:

    Internal:
    DevOps, Platform, and Development teamsCloud Infrastructure TeamsCybersecurity and Governance groups
    External:
    Technology vendors and third-party platform providersExternal consultants and cloud service partners
    Role Dimensions:
    Ownership of high-scale Kubernetes infrastructureStrategic modernization of infrastructure environmentsCoordination of multi-cluster container platforms
    Success Measures (KPIs):
    Uptime and reliability of container platformsReduction in manual deployment and provisioning tasksSuccessful Kubernetes migration from legacy systemsCluster performance and security complianceTeam enablement and automation adoption
    Competency Framework Alignment:
    Kubernetes Mastery: Deep expertise in managing and optimizing Kubernetes clusters.
    Infrastructure Automation: Creating reliable, repeatable infrastructure workflows.
    Containerization Leadership: Driving adoption and best practices for container platforms.
    Strategic Execution: Aligning infrastructure strategy with enterprise goals.
    Collaboration: Building bridges between development, operations, and security

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