Ranchester Kubernetes Engineer (Only USC or GC on W2)

Ampstek; Richardson (TX); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Ranchester Kubernetes Engineer to manage Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes deployments. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in Cloud technologies and Kubernetes, along with strong project management skills. Remote work is allowed, making this an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals. Responsibilities include system administration and ensuring compliance with US government systems. This is a contract employment position based in Richardson, TX.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Cloud experience with Kubernetes and related technologies.
• Experience with SUSE Rancher.
• Self-starter with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage Cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes configurations.
• Perform system administration and security tasks.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Kubernetes experience

Cloud experience (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Project Management skills

*nix (Linux) experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving capabilities

System administration

Networking and security

Terraform and shell scripting

Familiarity with APM tools

Working knowledge of Kafka

Job description

Ranchester Kubernetes Engineer (Only USC or GC on W2)

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Location: Richardson, TX 75082 (Remote work is allowed)

Employment Type: Contract

Detailed Job Description

Cloud Engineer with Kubernetes experience and Project Management skills

• 5+ years of hands‑on Cloud experience (any AWS/GCP/Azure) with Kubernetes and related technologies
• Experience with SUSE Rancher
• *nix (Linux, other) experience
• Strong verbal, IM, and email communications skills.
• Good design, analytical, and problem‑solving capabilities and the ability to understand end user requirements.
• In depth knowledge and experience with OS and middleware upgrades, re‑hosting, and patching.
• Able to perform all aspects of system administration, networking, security, and performance tuning.
• Self‑starter and ability to work issues till resolution.
• Familiarity with APM and SEIM tools such as Application Dynamics and Splunk
• Automation skills including Terraform and shell scripting
• Strong General Qualifications: Excellent organization, oral and written communications skills.
• Working knowledge of Kafka is preferred but not required
• Experience working with US government‑compliant systems (CMMC) is preferred

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting

Richardson, TX

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