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Futurex · 4 months ago

Senior Kubernetes Platform Engineer

Bulverde, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Futurex is seeking a Senior Kubernetes Platform Engineer to design, operate, and scale their global Kubernetes infrastructure. The role involves managing RKE2-based Kubernetes clusters, automating infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with security standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Cyber SecurityEnterprise Software

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage and automate RKE2-based Kubernetes clusters with Rancher

Implement and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and Ansible

Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking, routing, VLAN, VIP, and firewall issues

Integrate Kubernetes clusters with the observability stack (Prometheus, Grafana, Alertmanager, Loki)

Ensure production environments meet strict security and compliance standards

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application deployments and platform improvements

Qualification

Kubernetes administrationTerraformAnsibleNetworking expertiseVMware infrastructureRegulated environmentsGitOps toolingContainer security toolsScripting languagesService meshesHigh availability strategiesProblem-solving skills

Required

5 years proven expertise in Kubernetes administration (RKE2/Rancher experience strongly preferred)

Hands-on experience with Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure automation

Strong background in networking across complex, multi-datacenter environments

Familiarity with VMware infrastructure (vSphere/ESXi)

Experience operating in regulated environments (FIPS, PCI, or similar)

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a focus on scalability and reliability

Preferred

Experience with GitOps tooling (e.g., Argo CD, Flux)

Familiarity with container security tools (e.g., Falco, Trivy, Aqua)

Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or Go)

Knowledge of service meshes (e.g., Istio, Linkerd)

Background in high availability and disaster recovery strategies for Kubernetes

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life, and short/long-term disability insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement

Retirement plan with employer contribution match

Scenic corporate campus with amenities including a tennis court, jogging trail, and putting green

Welcoming, family-style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individuals

Company

Futurex

An innovative leader in hardened, enterprise-class data security solutions.

Founded in 1981

Bulverde, Texas, USA

51-200 employees

http://www.futurex.com

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