We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Kubernetes Developer to join our growing engineering team in Toronto, Canada. In this role, you will design, deploy, and maintain scalable Kubernetes infrastructure that powers our cloud-native applications. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to optimize container orchestration, improve system reliability, and implement infrastructure best practices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in Kubernetes ecosystems and a commitment to operational excellence.

• Design, deploy, and manage Kubernetes clusters in production environments, ensuring high availability and performance
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or Helm to automate infrastructure provisioning
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to streamline application deployment and release processes
• Configure and manage container networking, storage, and security policies within Kubernetes environments
• Monitor cluster health and application performance using tools like Prometheus and Grafana; troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently
• Implement logging and observability solutions to ensure comprehensive system visibility and diagnostics
• Collaborate with development teams to containerize applications and optimize Docker images for production use
• Document infrastructure architecture, configurations, and runbooks to maintain organized and accessible knowledge bases
• Stay current with Kubernetes updates, security patches, and emerging cloud-native technologies
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide timely incident response and resolution

**Required Skills and Experience:**

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes in production environments
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, or cloud platform administration
• Strong proficiency in container technologies, particularly Docker and container orchestration
• Demonstrated expertise with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix system administration and command-line tools
• Experience writing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
• Proficiency in YAML configuration and Kubernetes manifest files
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and practices (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or equivalent)
• Strong networking fundamentals including DNS, load balancing, and service discovery concepts
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting systems in distributed environments

**Preferred Skills and Experience:**

• Experience with Helm charts and package management for Kubernetes
• Familiarity with service mesh technologies such as Istio or Linkerd
• Knowledge of GitOps practices and tools (ArgoCD, Flux)
• Scripting experience in Python, Go, or Bash
• Understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-native design patterns
• Experience with Kubernetes security best practices and policy enforcement
• Familiarity with storage solutions and persistent volume management
• Knowledge of API gateway and ingress controller configurations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.