Senior Kubernetes and Cloud Engineer

SUMMARY:
Company: Kapsch SA Location: Kapsch TrafficCom South Africa | Centurion
Position: Senior Kubernetes and Cloud Engineer

Position Overview
As a Senior Kubernetes and Cloud Engineer at Kapsch, you will play a critical role in designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performance Kubernetes and cloud environments. You will be responsible for ensuring platform availability and performance while driving innovation through cloud-native solutions. This position requires you to guide and mentor junior engineers, solve complex technical challenges, and improve existing deployments to meet business and customer needs.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities
Operational Skills & Abilities

• At least 5 years of experience in Kubernetes, containers, and cloud technologies.
• Strong expertise in Kubernetes distributions (OpenShift, Tanzu, AKS, EKS).
• Advanced knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Deep understanding of Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Terraform).
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes installation and administration.
• Strong knowledge of Linux systems.
• Proficiency in Kubernetes monitoring tools (e.g., Open Lens, Prometheus).
• Comprehensive understanding of networking and storage solutions in Kubernetes, cloud, and virtualized environments.
• Familiarity with DevOps methodologies (Git, CI/CD pipelines).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM).
• Proficiency in IaC tools, scripting, and testing (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).
• Awareness of Agile working practices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent planning and organizational abilities.

• Design and implement application deployments on Kubernetes environments based on customer-specific requirements.
• Implement CI/CD tooling for Continuous Integration, Delivery, and Deployment.
• Deploy, maintain, and monitor containers using Infrastructure-as-Code principles in Development, Test, and Production environments.
• Drive automation of tasks and workflows to improve operational efficiency.

• Expertise in CI/CD pipeline design and implementation.
• CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) or equivalent level of experience.
• Solid understanding of infrastructure and security best practices.
• Previous experience working in IT projects within ITIL and Agile methodologies.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in IT or a related field.
• CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) or a similar certification.
• All-around IT infrastructure expertise with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in a senior engineering role.