Kubernetes SME

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