Kubernetes Administrator / Platform Engineer

Job description

**Role Overview** We are looking for a **Kubernetes Administrator** with strong **Linux/System Administration** expertise to manage and support enterprise container platforms. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in Kubernetes cluster operations, troubleshooting, monitoring, and platform maintenance. Experience with **Rancher Administration** is preferred. **Key Responsibilities** - Administer, maintain, and support Kubernetes clusters across environments. - Perform cluster upgrades, patching, scaling, monitoring, and performance tuning. - Troubleshoot Kubernetes, networking, storage, and container-related issues. - Ensure platform availability, security, and operational stability. - Manage monitoring, logging, and alerting for Kubernetes environments. - Support Rancher-based cluster management and governance (preferred). - Collaborate with DevOps, SRE, and application teams to resolve platform issues and improve reliability. **Required Skills** - Strong hands-on experience with **Kubernetes Administration** (cluster management, troubleshooting, monitoring). - Strong **Linux/System Administration** skills, including OS, networking, and performance troubleshooting. - Experience with container technologies such as Docker. - Knowledge of Kubernetes security, RBAC, storage, and networking concepts. - Scripting experience using Bash, Python, or similar. **Preferred Skills** - **Rancher Administration** and multi-cluster management. - Experience with Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/Splunk, or similar monitoring tools. - Exposure to CI/CD tools and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). - Kubernetes certifications (CKA/CKAD) are a plus.