The Opportunity: We are seeking a Kubernetes Engineer to support the design, implementation, and security of enterprise Kubernetes and cloud platform environments. This role focuses on building scalable, secure, and automated container platforms across hybrid and multi-cloud environments while partnering closely with engineering, cloud, and security teams.

The ideal candidate has deep experience with Kubernetes security, cloud-native architecture, and platform engineering, along with a strong understanding of automation, DevSecOps, and enterprise governance standards.
 

• Role: Kubernetes Engineer
• Experience: 6–9 Years
• Work Location: Phoenix, AZ
• Project Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure Kubernetes platforms across cloud and hybrid environments, including EKS, GKE, and OpenShift
• Develop and maintain secure-by-default Kubernetes standards including:
  • RBAC and workload identity
  • Network segmentation and policies
  • Secrets management
  • Policy-as-code frameworks
• Define and support Kubernetes reference architectures, reusable modules, and platform standards aligned with enterprise governance requirements
• Support proof-of-concept initiatives for emerging Kubernetes and container security technologies
• Assess and improve Kubernetes and cloud security posture using industry best practices and security benchmarks
• Contribute to automation initiatives using Infrastructure-as-Code and policy-as-code approaches
• Partner with application and engineering teams to support secure deployment of containerized workloads
• Collaborate with cloud platform, infrastructure, and security teams to improve Kubernetes adoption and operational maturity
• Support integration of security controls into CI/CD and DevSecOps workflows
• Troubleshoot and resolve platform, security, and infrastructure-related issues across Kubernetes environments

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in cloud engineering, platform engineering, or cloud security roles
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Kubernetes
  • EKS / GKE / OpenShift
  • AWS and GCP cloud environments
• Experience securing Kubernetes platforms including:
  • RBAC and workload identity
  • Network policies and segmentation
  • Pod security standards
  • Policy-as-code frameworks (OPA/Gatekeeper or similar)
• Experience with container and runtime security including:
  • Vulnerability management
  • Image scanning
  • Workload protection
• Strong understanding of:
  • Cloud-native architectures
  • Containers and microservices
  • Multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments
• Experience integrating security into CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines
• Strong networking and cloud security fundamentals
• Experience working in Agile and cross-functional engineering environments
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
  • Service mesh technologies
  • GitOps workflows
  • Zero Trust architectures
• Familiarity with security standards and frameworks such as:
  • CIS Benchmarks
  • Cloud Control Matrix (CCM)
  • Kubernetes security best practices
• Kubernetes certifications such as:
  • CKA
  • CKAD
  • CKS
• Relevant cloud or security certifications:
  • CISSP
  • CCSP
  • AWS Security Specialty
  • GCP Security Specialty
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

What We’re Looking For

• Strong platform engineering mindset with focus on security and automation
• Ability to design scalable and secure Kubernetes solutions in complex enterprise environments
• Collaborative approach to working across engineering, security, and cloud teams
• Passion for cloud-native technologies, automation, and continuous improvement
• Strong ownership mentality and operational discipline

Technologent is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled -- for reasonable accommodations, please contact us at hr@technologent.com

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