Solution Architect (Kubernetes)

Antal International LLC-FZ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Antal International LLC-FZ in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Solution Architect – Kubernetes to lead deployment, management, and optimization of Kubernetes clusters for containerized applications. The role emphasizes strong troubleshooting, Python scripting, and DevOps practices to ensure reliable infrastructure and scalable deployments.

The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams in a full-time on-site capacity to deliver robust container platforms and automated operational workflows in

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Kubernetes architecture and components.
• Hands-on experience with containers and Docker/container technologies.
• Experience deploying and troubleshooting containerized applications.
• Good knowledge of Kubernetes objects: Pods, Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, Namespaces, StatefulSets.
• Hands-on experience with Python scripting and automation.
• Good understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with command-line troubleshooting and log analysis.
• Familiarity with Git and basic CI/CD concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain Kubernetes clusters and workloads.
• Implement and support Kubernetes resources such as Pods, Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, and namespaces.
• Troubleshoot pod failures, CrashLoopBackOff, image-pull issues, resource constraints, and deployment failures.
• Support containerized applications using Docker/container technologies.
• Build, configure, and troubleshoot container images and container deployments.
• Assist with application onboarding and migration to Kubernetes/container platforms.
• Support upgrades, configuration changes, scaling, and optimization of Kubernetes environments.
• Implement health checks, resource limits, autoscaling, and appropriate deployment configurations.

Skills

Kubernetes Administration

Troubleshooting

Container Management

Deployment

Docker

Container Technologies

Application Implementation

Deployment Production

Technical Support Incident

Problem Management

Root Cause Analysis

Python Scripting Automation

PowerShell Scripting Automation

Linux Windows Administration

Application Monitoring Troubleshooting

Kubernetes Networking

CI CD DevOps Practices

Helm Kubernetes Package Management

Log Analysis Performance Monitoring

Infrastructure Troubleshooting Autom ​

Process Improvement

Tools

AKS

EKS

OpenShift

Git

CI/CD Tools

Job description

Solution Architect – Kubernetes

Location: Abu Dhabi - Full-time

Reporting to: Technical Solution Director

Key Competencies

• Kubernetes Administration
• Troubleshooting
• Container Management
• Deployment
• Docker
• Container Technologies
• Application Implementation
• Deployment Production
• Technical Support Incident
• Problem Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Python Scripting Automation
• PowerShell Scripting Automation
• Linux Windows Administration
• Application Monitoring Troubleshooting
• Kubernetes Networking
• CI CD DevOps Practices
• Helm Kubernetes Package Management
• Log Analysis Performance Monitoring
• Infrastructure Troubleshooting Automation
• Process Improvement

Required Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Kubernetes architecture and components.
• Hands-on experience with containers and Docker/container technologies.
• Experience deploying and troubleshooting containerized applications.
• Good knowledge of Kubernetes objects: Pods, Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, Namespaces, StatefulSets.
• Hands-on experience with Python scripting and automation.
• Good understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with command-line troubleshooting and log analysis.
• Familiarity with Git and basic CI/CD concepts is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Kubernetes platforms such as AKS, EKS, or OpenShift.
• Knowledge of Helm and Kubernetes package management.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and deployment pipelines.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and Agile methodologies.
• Experience working in an ITIL-based support environment.

Kubernetes & Container Implementation

• Deploy, configure, and maintain Kubernetes clusters and workloads.
• Implement and support Kubernetes resources such as Pods, Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, and namespaces.
• Troubleshoot pod failures, CrashLoopBackOff, image-pull issues, resource constraints, and deployment failures.
• Support containerized applications using Docker/container technologies.
• Build, configure, and troubleshoot container images and container deployments.
• Assist with application onboarding and migration to Kubernetes/container platforms.
• Support upgrades, configuration changes, scaling, and optimization of Kubernetes environments.
• Implement health checks, resource limits, autoscaling, and appropriate deployment configurations.

Python Automation

• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate operational and support activities.
• Automate repetitive troubleshooting, monitoring, reporting, and deployment tasks.
• Create scripts for log analysis, system checks, health checks, and operational workflows.
• Troubleshoot and enhance existing Python-based automation tools.
• Integrate scripts with APIs and cloud/container platforms where required.

PowerShell

• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for Windows administration and automation.
• Automate system administration, monitoring, configuration, and support tasks.
• Troubleshoot Windows-based application and infrastructure issues.
• Create PowerShell scripts for deployment, health checks, log collection, and operational activities.