Senior Kubernetes Solutions Architect

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About the Role:
AFS is searching for a Senior Kubernetes Solutions Architect to contribute to the design, deployment, and automation of Kubernetes-based platforms. This role focuses on implementing secure, scalable, and highly available container orchestration environments to support business-critical workloads. The ideal candidate excels at building robust Kubernetes clusters and enabling development teams to maximize platform capabilities.

As a senior expert in Kubernetes, you will leverage your deep experience in cluster management, security, and scaling to deliver resilient containerized solutions. Your advanced skills in Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native automation will empower development teams to efficiently utilize self-service Kubernetes platforms.

While the primary focus is Kubernetes, expertise with hybrid and private cloud environments such as VMware vSphere or Open Shift further distinguishes candidates.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, build, and maintain Kubernetes clusters with a strong focus on scalability, reliability, and security, applying best practices for cluster lifecycle management while overseeing core Kubernetes services including networking, storage, workload scheduling, and RBAC for access control.
• Manage core Kubernetes services, including networking, storage, workload scheduling, and RBAC for access control.
• Oversee containerized workloads, ensuring high availability, efficient scaling, and robust security for multi-tenant environments.
• Design, implement, and manage Kubernetes Operators to automate operational tasks and lifecycle management of complex applications. Leverage both custom-built and existing Operators to streamline deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of workloads, ensuring consistency and reliability across environments.
• Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives using tools like Terraform to automate Kubernetes resource provisioning.
• Design, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications, embedding security controls throughout the pipeline.
• Build custom automation tools and scripts (Python, Go, Bash) to enhance Kubernetes operations and minimize manual tasks, leveraging APIs for integration.
• Serve as the Kubernetes senior-level expert, mentoring development teams and guiding optimal use of container orchestration technologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess new Kubernetes-native solutions and recommend enhancements to platform efficiency and capabilities.
• Promote best practices in Git workflows and the use of AI tools to accelerate the development and troubleshooting of container-based applications.

Required

Skills & Experience:

• Must hold and maintain DoD 8570/8140 certifications.
• 8 years of experience in any of the following and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional background, with extensive work in Kubernetes and container orchestration.
  • Advanced proficiency with infrastructure as Code,…