Kubernetes Consultant

Job Description for Kubernetes Consultant

Position Title: Kubernetes Consultant

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Onsite, UK  

Company: Client

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Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Kubernetes Consultant to join our client’s team and support the design, deployment, and optimization of Kubernetes-based solutions. The consultants will work closely with DevOps, cloud architecture, and development teams to implement scalable, secure, and efficient container orchestration environments.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Kubernetes clusters across cloud/on-premise/hybrid environments
• Migrate existing applications to Kubernetes with best practices
• Configure and manage Helm charts, namespaces, service meshes, and Ingress controllers
• Automate deployments and CI/CD pipelines using tools like ArgoCD, Jenkins, or GitLab CI
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize containerized workloads
• Implement security best practices (RBAC, secrets management, network policies)
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration
• Document solutions and provide knowledge transfer to internal teams

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in deploying and managing production-grade Kubernetes environments
• Strong knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, CRI-O, etc.)
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) – EKS, GKE, or AKS
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with Helm, Istio, Prometheus, Grafana, etc.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices
• Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or Go
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD, CKS)
• Experience in multi-tenant Kubernetes environments
• Background in security or compliance (e.g., SOC2, HIPAA)

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Exposure to a dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Sortitt, along with its clients, values diversity and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.