Kubernetes & Nutanix Expert

Remote, US
Full-TimeRemote, USSoftware Engineer

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Kubernetes & Nutanix Expert to design, deploy, and optimize containerized environments while managing Nutanix hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI). This role will focus on ensuring high availability, performance, and scalability of enterprise workloads running on Kubernetes and Nutanix environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Kubernetes Administration: Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters (on-prem and cloud-based).
  • Nutanix HCI Management: Configure and maintain Nutanix AHV, Prism Central, and Nutanix Files for optimized storage and compute performance.
  • Containerization & Orchestration: Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, containerized workloads, and Kubernetes networking/storage solutions.
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate deployments using Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools.
  • Storage & Networking: Optimize Nutanix storage solutions (NFS, iSCSI) and integrate with Kubernetes Persistent Volumes (PVs) and Persistent Volume Claims (PVCs).
  • Security & Compliance: Apply best practices for securing Kubernetes workloads and Nutanix environments, including RBAC, network policies, and vulnerability management.
  • Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Utilize tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, and Nutanix Insights for proactive performance monitoring and issue resolution.
  • Migration & Upgrades: Assist in workload migrations to Kubernetes and Nutanix-based environments and handle system upgrades seamlessly.
  • Collaboration: Work with DevOps, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure smooth operations and integration across platforms.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years of experience with Kubernetes (K8s) in production environments.
  • 3+ years of experience with Nutanix infrastructure (AHV, AOS, Prism).
  • Strong experience in containerization technologies (Docker, Helm, OpenShift).
  • Hands-on experience with Nutanix Files, Volumes, and networking configurations.
  • Expertise in scripting/automation using Terraform, Ansible, Python, or Bash.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid cloud integration.
  • Familiarity with security best practices, RBAC, and compliance frameworks.
  • Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization skills.

Preferred Certifications (a plus but not required)

  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP)
  • Nutanix Certified Advanced Professional (NCAP)
  • Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)