Kubernetes Data Center Administrator

Role Overview: Gruve is looking for an experienced Kubernetes Data Center Administrator to manage and maintain multiple infrastructure systems running Kubernetes across their data centers. As a Kubernetes expert, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and troubleshooting Kubernetes clusters and services. Collaboration with IT teams and ensuring operational excellence will be key aspects of this role. If you have a deep technical understanding of Kubernetes, virtualization, and data center operations, along with experience in ITSM platforms and compliance management, we encourage you to apply for this dynamic position. Key Responsibilities: - Design, deploy, and maintain multiple Kubernetes clusters across data center environments. - Manage and troubleshoot various Kubernetes services including MinIO (object storage), Prometheus (monitoring), Istio (service mesh), MongoDB, and PostgreSQL (databases). - Collaborate with IT teams to support operational needs such as change management, patch and software update cycles, data protection, disaster recovery planning, DCIM systems, compliance audits, and reporting. - Diagnose and resolve complex Kubernetes configuration issues. - Modify platform components and scripts to enhance reliability and performance. - Administer and integrate multiple ITSM platforms for asset management, change management, incident management, and problem management. - Maintain detailed documentation of Kubernetes environments and operational procedures. - Ensure systems meet regulatory and organizational compliance standards. Qualifications: - 8-10 years of experience in Kubernetes administration and virtualization technologies. - Proven experience managing production-grade Kubernetes clusters and services. - Strong understanding of data center operations and infrastructure systems. - Hands-on experience with ITSM platforms like Jira Service Management. - Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) and automation tools. - Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus and Grafana. - Experience with disaster recovery planning and compliance audits. - At least one CNCF Kubernetes certification (e.g., CKA, CKS, CKAD). - Experience with container security and policy enforcement is preferred. - Familiarity with GitOps workflows and tools like ArgoCD or Flux is preferred. - Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform and Ansible is preferred. (Note: The additional details about the company were omitted as they were repeated in the job description.),