Kubernetes Administrator

Midis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Midis Group is seeking an experienced Kubernetes Administrator to support a key client engagement. The role focuses on Kubernetes operations, container management, and DevOps automation across big data platforms.

You will troubleshoot platform issues, manage incidents, and interact with client teams to ensure timely resolution. Proficiency with Docker, Helm, Quay, and GitLab CI/CD is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Experience with Kubernetes administration and containerization.
• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines (GitLab) and CI/CD processes.
• Experience managing Docker images and registries (Quay).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues to maintain stability and performance.
• Raise, track, and manage incidents and service requests.
• Engage with client teams to discuss issues and provide updates.
• Build and manage Kubernetes components including network policies, ingress/egress, secrets and configMaps; deploy Helm charts.
• Set up and manage Python virtual environments for workloads.
• Work with Spark, Airflow, Hive, and HDFS in big data contexts; manage workload queues.
• Manage DNS, proxies, and environment variables for environments.
• Handle SSL certificates and permissions; manage Postgres access policies.
• Familiarity with S3-compatible object storage systems (Dell ECS).
• Experience with GitLab-based CI/CD pipelines and workflows.
• Manage system daemons and ensure service health across platforms.

Skills

Kubernetes administration

Containerization

DevOps pipelines

Python environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Quay registry

Helm charts

GitLab

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title

Kubernetes Administrator

Job Scope

We are seeking an experienced Platform Support Engineer to support a key client engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Kubernetes operations, DevOps practices, and big data platforms, with proven ability to troubleshoot, manage, and optimize critical infrastructure. The role involves client-facing responsibilities, requiring excellent communication skills to handle discussions, resolve issues, and raise tickets as needed.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting & Support: Diagnose and resolve platform issues efficiently to maintain system stability and performance.
• Incident Management: Raise, track, and manage tickets for any platform-related incidents or service requests.
• Client Interaction: Engage with client teams to discuss issues, provide updates, and ensure timely resolution.
• Kubernetes & Container Management: Build and manage Docker images; Manage Docker Quay image registry; Handle K8S components including network policies, ingress/egress, secret and configMap management; Deploy and manage Helm charts.
• Python Environment Management: Setup and manage virtual environments for Python-based workloads.
• Big Data Components: Experience with Spark, Airflow, Hive, and HDFS; Manage queue limits for workloads.
• Networking: Manage DNS (static and dynamic entries), proxy settings, and environment variables.
• Security & Access Management: Manage SSL certificates and permissions; Maintain Postgres database permissions.
• Object Storage: Familiarity with S3-compatible systems (e.g., Dell ECS).
• DevOps & CI/CD: Experience with GitLab pipelines and workflows.
• System Services: Manage system daemons and ensure service health across platforms.

Position Requirements

• Proven expertise in Kubernetes administration and containerization.
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts, including DNS, proxies, and ingress/egress.
• Hands-on experience with big data ecosystems and workload management.
• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines (GitLab) and infrastructure automation.
• Experience with Python virtual environments and dependency management.
• Knowledge of SSL management, secrets, and configuration management.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and client engagement abilities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or any other related field

Experience

• Knowledge of Dell ECS or other S3 object storage solutions.
• Familiarity with Helm chart customization and CI/CD integration.
• Prior experience in enterprise-scale environments handling complex deployments.

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