Your mission

Kubernetes Operator Development: Design, develop, and maintain production-grade Kubernetes Operators using frameworks like Operator SDK or Kubebuilder to automate application lifecycle management and infrastructure orchestration.
Custom Resource Design: Architect and implement Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) and controllers to extend the Kubernetes API
Scheduler Plugin Engineering: Build and optimize custom scheduler plugins to refine workload placement strategies, addressing business-specific requirements such as cost-efficiency, latency reduction, or resource constraints.
GPU Optimization: Develop, deploy, and manage DaemonSets that enable and execute optimizations on NVIDIA and AMD GPUs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with other engineering teams to embed custom solutions into the Kubernetes world
Innovation & Ecosystem Engagement: Research emerging trends in the Kubernetes ecosystem (e.g., KEPs, upstream projects) and prototype innovative solutions to address evolving infrastructure challenges.

Your profile

3-5 years of experience in Software Engineering in Go
Good grasp of Kubernetes internals, including controller patterns, reconciliation loops, and API extension via CRDs
Familiarity with designing custom scheduling logic using Kubernetes scheduler plugins and extension points
Solid understanding of GPU architectures and how to expose, manage, and optimize them in Kubernetes clusters
Ability to collaborate across different teams to embed custom functionality into cluster workflows
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and working in modern software delivery workflows
Proficiency in Bash and/or Python for basic scripting and automation tasks

Build something big: Help build and scale a fast-growing AI infrastructure startup
Pay & perks: Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive, subsidized Deutschlandticket, and access to a discount portal
Work your way: Flexible hours with hybrid and remote-friendly options
Fast lanes, no red tape: Flat hierarchies and rapid decision-making mean ideas ship quickly
Global team: Work with a diverse, international team across Germany and the USA
Modern headquarters: Well-stocked office near the Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof, available on a hybrid basis or as a place to connect during our quarterly team workshops
Top setup: Your choice of high-quality hardware and equipment
Relocation support: We’ll help make your move to join us as smooth as possible