Senior Kubernetes Platform Engineer

BulverdeOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Design, operate, and scale global Kubernetes infrastructure across multiple datacenters and deployment stages, ensuring security and compliance in regulated environments.

About this role

VirtuCrypt is seeking a Senior Kubernetes Platform Engineer to design, operate, and scale our global Kubernetes infrastructure. Our clusters span multiple datacenters and deployment stages (development, QA, staging, and production), with production systems operating in ** FIPS** and ** PCI-validated** environments.

Responsibilities

Manage and automate RKE2-based Kubernetes clusters with Rancher.
Implement and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and Ansible.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking, routing, VLAN, VIP, and firewall issues.
Integrate Kubernetes clusters with the observability stack (Prometheus, Grafana, Alertmanager, Loki).
Ensure production environments meet **strict security and compliance standards **.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application deployments and platform improvements.

Requirements

5 years proven expertise in Kubernetes administration (RKE2/Rancher experience strongly preferred).
Hands-on experience with Terraform and ** Ansible** for infrastructure automation.
Strong background in networking across complex, multi-datacenter environments.
Familiarity with VMware infrastructure (vSphere/ESXi).
Experience operating in regulated environments (FIPS, PCI, or similar).
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a focus on scalability and reliability.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Experience with GitOps tooling (e.g., Argo CD, Flux).
Familiarity with container security tools (e.g., Falco, Trivy, Aqua).
Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or Go).
Knowledge of service meshes (e.g., Istio, Linkerd).
Background in high availability and disaster recovery strategies for Kubernetes.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life, and short/long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement
Retirement plan with employer contribution match
Scenic corporate campus with amenities including a tennis court, jogging trail, and putting green
Welcoming, family-style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individuals