Platform Lead, Kubernetes

We are a leading global asset management firm with over 3,000 employees across 20 offices in 15 countries; we help millions of investors around the world pursue their financial goals.

We hire critical thinkers. People who thrive in a collaborative culture like ours where we solve real problems while building the future of finance.

You

• Are excited to be part of a vibrant engineering community that values diversity, hard work, and continuous learning.
• Love solving complex real-world business problems.
• Recognize that cross-functional collaboration is a core component of success for the team.
• Believe there are multiple ways to solve most technical problems and are willing to debate the trade-offs.
• Have become a stronger engineer by making mistakes and learning from them.
• Are a doer, someone who wants to grow their career and gain experience across technologies and business functions.

We

• Continuously invest in a high-performance and inclusive culture, in which a diversity of backgrounds, experiences and viewpoints are celebrated and valued.
• Encourage career mobility, so you can benefit from learning different functions and technologies, and we gain the benefits of your experience across teams.
• Run technology pro bono programs that help the non-profit community and give our engineering community opportunities to volunteer and participate.
• Offer education reimbursements and ongoing training in technology, communication, and diversity & inclusion.
• Embrace knowledge sharing through lunch-and-learns, demos, and technical forums.
• Consider our people to be our greatest asset-we will help you learn what PIMCO Technology has to offer so you can participate in activities that benefit your career while delivering impactful technology solutions.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Kubernetes Platform lead to build and manage a Kubernetes-based platform for application delivery. This individual will play a crucial role in developing, deploying, and supporting our Kubernetes infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Kubernetes, public cloud (AWS, Azure), Networking, Linux, and CI/CD processes. This is a leadership position that requires strategic thinking, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor and guide a team of 7 professionals.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Platform Development and Management: Lead the design, development, and management of a robust Kubernetes-based platform for application delivery. Ensure the platform's scalability, reliability, and security across different geographic locations.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of 7 engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Set clear goals and expectations, and provide regular feedback and support to team members.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior management to define strategic goals for the Kubernetes platform. Develop and implement a roadmap for platform evolution, incorporating the latest technologies and best practices.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the smooth operation of the Kubernetes platform, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning. Implement automation and CI/CD processes to streamline deployment and management tasks.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other teams, including development, security, and operations, to ensure seamless integration and support for the Kubernetes platform.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Engage with vendors and external stakeholders to secure resources, resolve issues, and align platform development with business objectives.

WHO YOU ARE

• Engineering Experience:
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience managing Kubernetes in an enterprise environment. Proven track record of leading teams in the successful delivery of complex projects.
  • Over 7 years of direct involvement within engineering teams, coupled with at least 3 years of experience in architecting platform/infrastructure.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in Kubernetes architecture, deployment, and management.
  • Strong background in AWS cloud services and infrastructure.
  • Proficient in networking principles and technologies (DNS, HTTP/S, VPNs, etc.).
  • Solid understanding of Linux operating systems and administration.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and processes (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).
  • Experience in managing Infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Leadership Experience: At least 3 years of experience managing engineering teams, with a proven track record of leading, mentoring, and developing engineers.
• Product Development Leadership: Experience in spearheading product development alongside product or program management teams.

PIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance.

Salary Range: $ 168,000.00 - $ 240,000.00

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