Kubernetes/OpenShift AI Platform Engineer
Job in
Chandler, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85249, USA
Listed on 2026-06-19
Listing for:
TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group
Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-19
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Systems Engineer, SRE/Site Reliability
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Kubernetes / Open Shift AI Platform Engineer
Location: Plano, TX or Chandler, AZ (Hybrid - On-site 3 Days a Week)
Client: Leading Global Financial Institution
Overview
We are seeking a Kubernetes / Open Shift AI Platform Engineer to design, build, and optimize enterprise-scale infrastructure supporting advanced AI/ML workloads. This role sits at the intersection of platform engineering, Dev Ops, and AI infrastructure, enabling model development, training, and real-time inference in a highly regulated environment.
You will work cross-functionally with AI/ML engineers, data scientists, Dev Ops, and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance AI platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and manage Kubernetes and Open Shift clusters at enterprise scale
- Build and optimize infrastructure for AI/ML model training and inference workloads
- Develop automation for deployment, configuration, patching, and platform operations using Python
- Support GPU-enabled workloads and high-performance compute environments
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, Git Ops workflows, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform)
- Ensure platform reliability, scalability, and performance optimization
- Implement security best practices including RBAC, network policies, and secrets management
- Enable observability through Prometheus, Grafana, and logging frameworks
- Collaborate with engineering teams to standardize and streamline AI platform environments
- 5-7+ years of experience with Kubernetes (production environments)
- Strong experience with Red Hat Open Shift in enterprise environments
- 5-7+ years of hands-on experience with Docker and containerization technologies
- Strong proficiency in Python for automation and platform engineering
- Solid experience working in Linux environments (systems, networking, storage)
- Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms
- Hands-on experience with Terraform and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins)
- Experience supporting AI/ML platforms, model deployment pipelines, or similar workloads
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as:
- PyTorch, Tensor Flow
- Triton Inference Server, vLLM
- Experience with agentic AI systems or intelligent agents
- Familiarity with:
- Kubernetes Operators and Helm
- Git Ops practices and platform standardization
- Strong understanding of:
- Observability (Prometheus, Grafana)
- Kubernetes/Open Shift security models (SCCs, RBAC, etc.)
- Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and cluster lifecycle management
- Proven ability to operate in large-scale, fast-paced enterprise environments
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills across distributed systems
- Experience building platforms that support other engineering teams
- Work on cutting-edge AI infrastructure supporting enterprise-scale systems
- Be part of a high-impact engineering team within a leading financial institution
- Opportunity to shape the future of AI platform engineering in a regulated environment
- Hybrid work model (on-site + remote flexibility)
- Fast-paced, collaborative enterprise environment
- Exposure to modern AI/ML and cloud-native technologies
This is a Contract position based out of Chandler, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $89.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chandler,AZ.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change.
That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
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