Lead Software Engineer - DevOps, Kubernetes, Helm

Blue Yonder; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Yonder, Hyderabad, India, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to advance DevOps capabilities, streamline deployments, and improve automation for scalable, reliable software delivery. You will drive CI/CD with GitHub Actions, build Kubernetes operators using Java/Quarkus, and mentor teams on best practices.

You will design and implement GitOps pipelines, leverage ArgoCD and Helm for deployments, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to meet SLAs and optimize delivery

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software development and DevOps.
• Kubernetes, Helm, ArgoCD for deployment automation.
• GitHub Actions for CI/CD workflows.
• Developing Kubernetes operators using Java, Quarkus, and Java Operator SDK.
• CRD design within Kubernetes environments.

Responsibilities

• Provision and manage Azure cloud resources with Terraform.
• Ensure robust unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Troubleshoot Azure Cloud, Kubernetes, and related tools.
• Drive DevOps process development and optimization with Kubernetes, Helm, and ArgoCD.
• Maintain reliable, automated software releases via GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines.
• Contribute to Kubernetes operators using Java and Quarkus, defining CRDs.
• Collaborate across teams to promote DevOps best practices.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging tools and methodologies to stay at the forefront of technology.
• Maintain reliability and operational excellence of the delivery framework.

Skills

Kubernetes

Helm

ArgoCD

GitHub Actions

Java

Quarkus

Python

Shell scripting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitHub Actions

ArgoCD

Helm

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Prometheus & Grafana

Jira / Azure DevOps

Job description

As Lead Software Engineer, you will enhance our DevOps capabilities by developing solutions that streamline deployments and improve automation and scalability, enabling faster, more reliable software delivery and greater operational efficiency. Your work will help shape cutting‑edge DevOps solutions, empowering teams to deliver software efficiently and effectively.

Scope

• As Lead Software Engineer, you will enhance our DevOps capabilities by developing solutions that streamline deployments and improve automation and scalability.
• Your work will enable faster, more reliable software delivery and greater operational efficiency.
• You will help shape our cutting‑edge DevOps solutions, empowering teams to deliver software efficiently and effectively.
• You will focus on advancing the organization's DevOps capabilities, enabling teams to deliver software swiftly and reliably.
• You'll be tasked with developing and optimizing solutions that elevate the deployment ecosystem, integrating automation and scalability techniques to diminish delivery bottlenecks and enhance operational efficiency.

Tools & Platforms

• GitHub Actions (CI/CD pipelines)
• ArgoCD
• Helm
• Terraform
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Prometheus & Grafana
• Jira / Azure DevOps

Cloud Platforms

• Microsoft Azure
• Azure Kubernetes Service
• Azure DevOps Services
• Azure Storage
• Networking & Compute Services

SaaS Applications

• GitHub
• Jira / Confluence

Programming & Scripting

• Java
• Quarkus
• Python
• Shell scripting

Architecture & Engineering

• Cloud-native microservices
• Kubernetes-based containerized deployments
• GitOps-driven CI/CD pipelines
• Custom Kubernetes Operators (Java Operator SDK)
• API-driven integrations and automation frameworks

What You’ll Do

• Provision and manage Azure cloud resources efficiently using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Consistently apply best practices for unit, integration, and end-to-end testing of internally developed software.
• Demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting complex issues across Azure Cloud, Kubernetes, third‑party tools, and internal solutions.
• Drive the development and optimization of DevOps processes, particularly leveraging Kubernetes, Helm, and ArgoCD for seamless deployments.
• Ensure quick, reliable, and automated software releases by implementing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of Kubernetes operators using Java and Quarkus, and help define Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs).
• Collaborate effectively across teams to champion DevOps best practices and promote alignment with company objectives.
• Keep the organization at the forefront of technology by proactively evaluating and implementing emerging tools and methodologies.
• Maintain the reliability and operational excellence of the continuous delivery framework, meeting or exceeding SLAs.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with at least 8 years of progressive experience in software development and DevOps.
• Strong experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and ArgoCD for managing and automating deployment pipelines.
• Proven skills in building and managing CI/CD workflows using GitHub Actions.
• Experience in developing Kubernetes operators using Java, Quarkus, and the Java Operator SDK.
• Competence in designing and implementing Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) within Kubernetes environments.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to facilitate cross‑functional team engagement and strategic alignment in DevOps practices.
• Passionate about technology evolution and driving continuous improvement in software delivery processes.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.