Kubernetes SME
Location: Littleton, CO
Job Type: contract
Company: The Select Group
Job Description Apply Now
Cloud Engineer / Kubernetes Engineer (Onsite, Littleton, CO)The Select Group is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer / Kubernetes Engineer to join our telecom client's dynamic team based in the Denver metro area. This is a full onsite role, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud and containerization technologies in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you will be responsible for building, managing, and optimizing Kubernetes clusters running on a VMware platform. You will also design automation solutions from scratch using Python and Ansible to support operational excellence and scalability.
Cloud Engineer / Kubernetes Engineer Skills
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field; OR at least **six (6) years of equivalent related professional experience
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification (Required)
- Strong hands-on experience managing Kubernetes clusters on VMware platforms
- Expertise in building and maintaining Kubernetes environments (cluster creation, upgrades, scaling, etc.)
- Ability to code from scratch in Python and Ansible to automate deployment and management tasks
- 4+ years of experience working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) or similar cloud technologies
- Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams
- Strong ability to document requirements, resolve conflicts, and manage ambiguities
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey technical solutions clearly and effectively
- Build, configure, and maintain Kubernetes clusters on VMware infrastructure
- Support and optimize existing Kubernetes environments for scalability, resilience, and performance
- Develop automation scripts and tooling in Python and Ansible to streamline operations
- Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to define container strategies and solutions
- Provide documentation for systems and processes, ensuring best practices are followed
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in cloud and containerized environments
TSG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
#LI-RA1
72377