Vadodara Offline Merchants Business Cluster Manager

PhonePe Group; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

PhonePe Group is seeking an experienced Cluster Manager for our Vadodara, India team. You will oversee daily cluster operations, optimize performance, and mentor a dedicated team to ensure reliable, scalable infrastructure.

Strong leadership and deep knowledge of distributed systems are essential. Key tasks include deployment, configuration, monitoring, capacity planning, and cross-functional collaboration to align operations with business goals.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of cluster/infrastructure management experience.
• Proven expertise with Kubernetes, Mesos, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of system administration, networking, and distributed systems.
• Experience with scripting and automation to streamline operational tasks.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong documentation and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cluster operations and monitor system health.
• Manage deployment, configuration, and maintenance of clusters.
• Lead and mentor team members on best practices.
• Analyze performance data and implement optimizations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve outages promptly.
• Document configurations and operating guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with security and policies.
• Plan capacity and scalability initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and recommendations.

Skills

Cluster management

Infrastructure management

System administration

Networking

Distributed systems

Performance monitoring

Capacity planning

Scripting

Automation tools

Leadership

Incident management

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Kubernetes

Apache Mesos

Terraform

Job description

• Department Name: Offline Merchants Business

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced and organized Cluster Manager to join our team in Vadodara, India. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our cluster infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations, and leading a team to deliver exceptional performance. The ideal candidate will be a decisive professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to drive operational excellence across our systems.

• Oversee daily cluster operations and monitor system health, performance metrics, and resource utilization
• Manage and coordinate cluster infrastructure, including deployment, configuration, and maintenance of systems
• Lead and mentor team members, providing guidance on best practices and operational procedures
• Analyze cluster performance data and implement optimization strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve cluster-related issues in a timely manner, minimizing downtime
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of cluster configurations, procedures, and operational guidelines
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, security standards, and industry best practices
• Plan and execute capacity planning initiatives to support organizational growth and scalability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align cluster operations with business objectives
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide recommendations for system improvements

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of professional experience in cluster management, infrastructure management, or related operational roles
• Proven expertise with cluster management tools and technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Apache Mesos, or similar platforms)
• Strong knowledge of system administration, networking, and distributed systems architecture
• Demonstrated proficiency in performance monitoring and capacity planning
• Experience with scripting and automation tools to streamline operational tasks
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex technical issues
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities with excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in incident management and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure platforms and environments (preferred)
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code practices and tools (preferred)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to document processes and present findings clearly
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement