Kubernetes Software Engineer (Remote)

Cedent; United States; Remote; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

A tech services company in the United States seeks a Kubernetes Administrator to architect and manage scalable Kubernetes clusters. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in Kubernetes management, proficiency in Linux systems, and the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues. This role offers a competitive hourly rate between $40 and $60, along with health, dental, and vision insurance benefits. Applications are accepted until 10/30/2025.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in designing and maintaining Kubernetes clusters.
• Hands-on experience with Rancher for Kubernetes management.
• Proficient in Linux system administration and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable Kubernetes clusters.
• Manage Kubernetes resources including deployment and services.
• Administer and troubleshoot RedHat Linux servers.

Skills

Kubernetes management

Linux system administration

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Rancher for Kubernetes

Troubleshooting

Tools

Docker

VMware

RedHat Enterprise Linux

Job description

Must Have Skills

• 5 years of professional experience in designing and maintaining Kubernetes clusters in production environments.
• Hands‑on experience with Rancher for Kubernetes cluster management:
  • Ability to deploy, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters using Rancher's platform.
• Proficiency in Linux system administration and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with VMware for managing machine stem cells or similar virtualization technologies.
• Experience working on complex projects:
  • Proven track record of deploying and maintaining mission‑critical systems in dynamic environments.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.

Nice to Have Skills

• Certification in Kubernetes administration (CKA, CKAD) or similar.
• Experience with software‑defined satellite technologies or telecommunications infrastructure.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and container orchestration tools beyond Kubernetes (e.g., Docker Swarm, Apache Mesos).
• Strong understanding of RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating system.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable Kubernetes clusters to support containerised applications.
• Define and manage Kubernetes resources including pods, services, deployments, and persistent volumes.
• Configure and optimise RedHat Linux systems.
• Administer RedHat Linux servers within Kubernetes environments, including performance tuning and troubleshooting.
• Implement security measures and best practices for Linux‑based Kubernetes deployments.
• Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters using Rancher's platform, including provisioning and monitoring.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure issues:
  • Diagnose and resolve complex issues related to Kubernetes clusters, Linux servers, and associated infrastructure components.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to ensure system reliability.

Compensation

Hourly Rate Range: $40–$60 per hour.

Benefits Offered

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Application Deadline

Applications accepted until 10/30/2025 at 11:59 PM CST.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Pay Employer. All employment decisions, including compensation, benefits, hiring, training, and promotions, are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and regularly review our compensation practices to promote fairness, equity, and transparency across our organization.

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