Cloud & Kubernetes Platform Engineer

DBServices; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Work from anywhere

Global connection

TotalPass & Mediquo health programs

Telemedicine support

Job summary

DBServices is seeking a Cloud & Kubernetes Platform Engineer to design, implement, and operate cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms across regions. You will manage cloud compute, networking, storage, and identity services, while administering Linux systems and automating with Terraform and Ansible.

You will deploy containerized workloads using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm, tune Kubernetes networking/storage (CNI/CSI/Ingress), and maintain robust monitoring, backup, and security

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience implementing and operating Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms.
• Experience with Cloud compute, networking, storage and identity services.
• Strong Linux system administration skills (services, permissions, patching, hardening, troubleshooting).
• Experience with Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes and Helm.
• Experience with Kubernetes networking and storage components (CNI, CSI, Ingress).
• Knowledge of networking and connectivity: TCP/IP, DNS, routing, TLS, SSH.
• Experience with monitoring, logging, alerting, backup and recovery.
• Knowledge of IAM/RBAC, secrets management and security.
• Knowledge of Git, Bash, Python and GitLab CI/CD.
• Advanced English

Responsibilities

• Implement and operate Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms.
• Manage Cloud compute, networking, storage and identity services.
• Administer Linux systems, including services, permissions, patching, hardening and troubleshooting.
• Provision and automate infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible.
• Deploy and manage containerized workloads with Docker, Kubernetes and Helm.
• Configure and maintain Kubernetes networking and storage components (CNI, CSI, Ingress).
• Ensure monitoring, logging, alerting, backup and recovery.
• Manage IAM/RBAC, secrets and security practices.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitLab and automate tasks using Bash and Python.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

Kubernetes platforms

Linux administration

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

CI/CD (GitLab)

Bash

Python

IAM/RBAC

Monitoring & logging

Backup & recovery

Git

Networking (TCP/IP, DNS)

English

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

GitLab CI/CD

Job description

DBServices has strong roots in both Portugal and Brazil, reflecting a solid connection between the two countries.
In constant growth, DBServices stands out by supporting leading companies in Portugal, the United States, and Brazil, strengthening its international presence and expanding its impact on the global market.

We are looking for a Cloud & Kubernetes Platform Engineer to implement and operate Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms.

Tasks:

• Implement and operate Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms.
• Manage Cloud compute, networking, storage and identity services.
• Administer Linux systems, including services, permissions, patching, hardening and troubleshooting.
• Provision and automate infrastructure using Terraform and Ansible.
• Deploy and manage containerized workloads with Docker, Kubernetes and Helm.
• Configure and maintain Kubernetes networking and storage components (CNI, CSI, Ingress).
• Ensure monitoring, logging, alerting, backup and recovery.
• Manage IAM/RBAC, secrets and security practices.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitLab and automate tasks using Bash and Python.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience implementing and operating Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes platforms
• Experience with Cloud compute, networking, storage and identity services
• Strong Linux system administration skills (services, permissions, patching, hardening, troubleshooting)
• Experience with Terraform and Ansible
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes and Helm
• Experience with Kubernetes networking and storage components (CNI, CSI, Ingress)
• Knowledge of networking and connectivity: TCP/IP, DNS, routing, TLS, SSH
• Experience with monitoring, logging, alerting, backup and recovery
• Knowledge of IAM/RBAC, secrets management and security
• Knowledge of Git, Bash, Python and GitLab CI/CD
• Advanced English

Nice to have:

• Experience with STACKIT
• Spanish

At DBSPT you will find:

• Collaborative Environment: We value a sense of community where ideas are shared, and achievements are celebrated as a team.
• Work from Anywhere: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to work from wherever you feel most productive and comfortable.
• Global Connection: An opportunity to interact with people from different countries and cultures, expanding your network and worldview.
• Physical Health Support: Through TotalPass and Mediquo, we provide resources and programs, and telemedicine dedicated to your physical well-being
• Mental Health Care: Team Care provides initiatives and actions to support your emotional and mental balance in daily life.

Why DBServices?

At DBServices, we design, develop, and support cutting-edge digital platforms that drive innovation for leading companies across IT, Banking, Retail, Government, Healthcare, and other industries in Europe and the Americas. Our expertise empowers businesses to grow, adapt, and lead in dynamic markets.

Trusted by industry leaders like Worten, Sonae, Edenred, Natixis, Farfetch, Glintt, Efacec, Segurança Social, and McDonald’s, we deliver solutions that make a real impact.

Join us and be part of a global team that’s shaping the future of digital transformation.