Title: Sr. Systems Engineer (OpenShift/Kubernetes)
Location: Remote 
Duration: 6 Months with the possibility of extension 
 
Project Scope:

• Dept consists of 19 currently
• Managed Kubernetes/OpenShift (7-8 years now).
• Looking for someone familiar with OS clusters (how it works, etc.).
• Support application migration (story side) to Kubernetes.
• Must know CI/CD (use GITLab and Jenkins) as this will be used for migration.
• Use QUAY Image repository (Red Hat). Basic coding would be a PLUS  
• Migration project Moving from PowerMax to Power Skill (Data Storage and Protection).
• Working with InfoSec Teams, Storage Teams, Netscaler Team, DNS Teams, etc. Work closely with multiple application teams.

Description:

• Senior IT Systems Engineers are responsible for monitoring, installation, configuration, administration, troubleshooting and maintenance of technology solutions. Senior IT Systems Engineer's provide technical support and troubleshoot problems and perform scripting/programming to ensure stable and efficient operation of technology solutions. As a Sr. Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our containerized infrastructure using OpenShift/Kubernetes. You will work closely with our development teams to ensure seamless deployment and operation of our applications.

 
Essential functions:

• Design, implement, and maintain OpenShift/Kubernetes clusters for containerized application deployment
• Configure and manage Kubernetes cluster for containers, images, and registries
• Develop and maintain monitoring and logging solutions using Grafana, Prometheus, and other tools
• Implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using Jenkins
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth deployment and operation of applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to containerized infrastructure
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems and processes
• Participate in on-call rotation for 24/7 support
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies
• Manage and maintain container image repositories using Quay, including image scanning, vulnerability management, and access control
• Performs installation, monitoring, testing, configuration, migration, maintenance and troubleshooting of assigned technology
• Manages system/application environment and ongoing operations
• Ensures that the technologies are updated with current, stable, and compliant architecture and applications that meet enterprise standards
• Resolves alerts and performs remediation activities
• Manages problem or escalated tickets and tasks and out of cycle requests from systems/software owners
• Collects and presents data for reporting and planning
• Collaborates with IT and business area partners on work groups and initiatives
• Determines best course of action for meeting business needs
• May provide input into infrastructure architecture designs
• Writes programming/scripting
• May participate in Disaster Recovery planning and exercises
• Performs on-call activities as needed for the environment and technologies

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on containerized infrastructure
• Strong expertise in OpenShift/Kubernetes administration, including cluster setup, node management, and resource allocation
• Proficiency in Docker, including container creation, management, and orchestration
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools, including Grafana and Prometheus
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and experience with Jenkins
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Extensive working knowledge of multiple technologies and their interfaces and integration
• Experience analyzing business requirements and translating them into technical solutions
• Experience using Agile methodology

 
Required Experience:

• 5-8 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of transferable experience demonstrating proficiency and experience in design, implementation, monitoring and troubleshooting technology

 
Required Education:

• Related Bachelor's degree in an IT related field or relevant work experience

 
 

Position is offered by a no fee agency. 

Location : 4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway, Building 600, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32246 

 


At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $60.00/hr.