Linux/Kubernetes Administrator

This is a highly technical position responsible for the architecture and design of complex Unix and Kubernetes computing environments, both on-prem and Cloud/AWS configurations.  Focus is on AIX/RHEL Administration, Kubernetes, virtualization technologies, HPE, Dell, and IBM hardware, and Disaster Recovery processes.  Collaborate closely with developers and other technology personnel to develop, migrate and manage services in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environment, and in physical data centers.

The Linux/Kubernetes Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing our Linux-based systems and Kubernetes environments. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of our container platform by handling cluster administration, system updates, resource optimization, monitoring, troubleshooting, and automation. Primary tasks include deploying and upgrading Kubernetes clusters, managing container workloads, maintaining Linux servers, improving reliability through monitoring and alerting, implementing security best practices, and supporting development teams with consistent and well-maintained infrastructure.

Required Skillsets:

• Proven ability to create, configure, and manage Enterprise Linux based systems
• Strong Kubernetes implementation and management skills
• Ability to create, manage, and troubleshoot Manifest Files
• Ability to develop, read, and update Helm Charts
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tooling
• Experience using Git

Desired Skillsets:

• Good understanding of network technologies, e.g., load balancing, service APIs, DNS, gateways, proxies, firewalls, …
• Ability to review and troubleshoot Java VM / Tomcat errors and configuration options
• Understanding of PostgreSQL deployment and configuration
• Knowledge of Gradle or Maven build processes
• Experience deploying containerized applications in a public cloud provider (AWS EKS / ECS, Azure ACI / AKS)