Job Description
We currently have a career opportunity for a hands-on Lead Kubernetes engineer to join our team. While our headquarters location is St. Louis, MO, this position is
remote and can be based anywhere within the continental United States.
At Perficient you’ll deliver mission-critical technology and business solutions to Fortune 500 companies and some of the most recognized brands on the planet. And you’ll do it with cutting-edge technologies, thanks to our close partnerships with the world’s biggest vendors. Our network of offices across North America, as well as locations in India and China, will give you the opportunity to spread your wings, too.
We’re proud to be publicly recognized as a “Top Workplace” year after year. This is due, in no small part, to our entrepreneurial attitude and collaborative spirit that sets us apart and keeps our colleagues impassioned, driven, and fulfilled.
Candidates for the Lead Kubernetes DevOps Engineer position typically major in computer science, or a computer related field, and have 5 to 7 years of work experience in a related IT field. As a DevOps consultant you will work closely with technical leads and developers of various teams to implement process improvements in various domains including: source code management, continuous integration, continuous delivery automation, and infrastructure as code. You will help implement DevOps related tools and processes within our client organizations.
Responsibilities
Candidates for the Lead Kubernetes DevOps Engineer position typically major in computer science, or a computer related field, and have 5 to 7 years of work experience in a related IT field. As a DevOps consultant you will work closely with technical leads and developers of various teams to implement process improvements in various domains including: source code management, continuous integration, continuous delivery automation, and infrastructure as code. You will help implement DevOps related tools and processes within our client organizations.
- Follow direction from project leads to implement platform requirements
- Interact and support cross-functional teams to architect, design, develop, test, and release system features via automation
- Work development teams support of AWS and Kubernetes
- Strong scripting skills with Python (minimum of 3 yr.)
- Demonstrate knowledge in various DevOps domains (Agile practices, source control management, pipeline automation, Infrastructure as Code, etc.)
- Implement Proof-of-Concept projects to validate new DevOps solutions
- Build templates, workflows, first of a kind solutions for various DevOps use cases as directed
- Implement provided architectural solutions/designs in various DevOps disciplines
- Work with offshore team members as required as well as clients for resolving technical dependencies, issues, and risks
- Support common vision, practices, and capabilities across teams
- Engage with Technical Architects and technical staff to determine the most appropriate technical strategy and designs to meet business needs.
Qualifications
We are looking for colleagues with engaging personalities, a passion for excellence in technology, a problem-solving nature, and these other qualifications:
- An understanding of DevOps domains including Source Code Management, Continuous Integration, Deployment Automation, Infrastructure as Code, Cloud, etc.
- Experience with DevOps tooling (Git, Atlassian Jira/Confluence, CloudBees CI, Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
- Specific experience Kubernetes and Python scripting. The candidate will be required to demonstrate their knowledge of these specific tools.
- Experience with managing Kubernetes in lower and upper environments
- Experience with Amazon Web Service (AWS) cloud resources
- Strong understanding of application release management within a complex environment is required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related discipline preferred
- Minimum of 5-7 years working in a related IT field
- Minimum of 2 years of scripting experience (Groovy required, Python preferred)
- Client facing or consulting experience highly preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively via multiple channels (verbal, written, etc.) with technical and non-technical staff
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- A drive for continual self-improvement, particularly to learn and adopt new technologies
- The ability to work well on teams and in front of clients
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong entrepreneurial attitude with high energy
- Ability for travel nationally (rarely, but up to 50% when required)
- Flexible and adaptable attitude, disciplined to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust to varied environments.
- Future technology leaders- dynamic individuals energized by fast paced personal and professional growth
The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $73,008 to $170,640. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential equity or variable bonus programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our benefits overview.
Who We Are
Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.
What We Believe
At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.
We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.
Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting removed.
Disability Accommodations:
Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.
Disclaimer: The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
About Us
Perficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent and we need you! We’re a quickly growing, global digital consulting leader, and we’re transforming the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands. You’ll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, experience work-life balance, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues.
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