Lead DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes) Bucharest, Romania or Remote
Lead DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes) Description
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We are looking for a skilled Lead DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes) to join our collaborative team.
You will play a key role in implementing our container strategy using Anthos across public clouds and on-premises environments. Your expertise will help us streamline our deployment processes and enhance system efficiency. If you are ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply.
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Responsibilities
- Design and implement container strategies using Kubernetes and Anthos
- Manage and optimize the Docker image lifecycle for deployment
- Utilize Terraform for infrastructure as code to automate provisioning
- Oversee CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitLab
- Integrate and configure testing frameworks like Kuberhealthy
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve cloud infrastructure
- Monitor and maintain system performance and reliability
- Develop scripts and tools using Python to enhance automation
- Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices
- Facilitate knowledge sharing and mentoring within the team
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a DevOps role
- Over 1 year of leadership experience in guiding technical projects
- Experience in Kubernetes with a focus on vanilla/Anthos, AKS, EKS, or GKE
- Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure management
- Background in Docker for containerization
- Familiarity with networking concepts and configurations
- Understanding of Jenkins or GitLab for CI/CD practices
- Capability to write scripts in Python for automation
- Knowledge of Helm for Kubernetes package management
- Experience with Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure
- Fluency in English for effective communication
Nice to have
- Certification in Kubernetes administration
- Experience with Go programming language
- Familiarity with security controls like Gatekeeper and SCPs
- Exposure to tier 3 support for complex issues
- Knowledge of additional cloud service providers
We offer
- Full access to cutting-edge tools and technologies
- Competitive compensation depending on experience and skills
- All-around Social package: professional & soft skills training, medical & family care programs, sports
- Free English classes
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Continuous experience exchange with experts and professionals worldwide
- Friendly team and comfortable working environment
- Engineering, corporate, and social events within and outside the Company
- Flexible working schedule
- Opportunities for self-realization
