Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ) · 5 months ago
Senior Software Systems Engineer
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expIntegrated Resources, Inc (IRI) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Systems Engineer who specializes in Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining container orchestration platforms while collaborating with various teams to ensure optimal system performance and security.
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Responsibilities
Design, deploy, and manage Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform environments
Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and secure deployment practices
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize the platform for high availability and resilience
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring of containerized applications
Develop and enforce policies and procedures for maintaining platform security, compliance, and best practices
Provide guidance and training to other engineers on container orchestration platforms and related technologies and develop related documentation
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to Kubernetes, containerization, and cloud-native architectures
Provide supplemental VMWare vSphere support: deployment and configuration of ESXi hosts, storage and performance monitoring, and performing security updates
Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and respond to issues with VM infrastructure and server OS tickets
Qualification
Required
Proven expertise in managing and operating Kubernetes platforms, especially Red Hat OpenShift environments. Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG)
Strong understanding of Kubernetes architecture, components, and ecosystem, including hands-on experience with kubectl, Helm, and other Kubernetes tools
Experience with CI/CD tools and practices, including Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps
Experience with supporting other virtualization platforms (VMWare vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, etc.)
Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach to troubleshooting and issue resolution
Minimum of 5 years of experience in software systems engineering, with a focus on container orchestration platforms
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency (required)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
Ability to lead, collaborate, or work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
Excellent problem-solving skills
Preferred
Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certification
Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration
Familiarity with security best practices for containerized applications and Kubernetes environments, including role-based access control (RBAC) and network policies
Experience with database management systems (DBMS) in a Kubernetes context, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, ArangoDB, or MongoDB
Experience in agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud architectures
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Preference for candidates in with experience with the utility industry or other regulated industry
Company
Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI )
Integrated Resources Inc.
501-1000 employees
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