Solution Architect (Kubernetes)

Solution Architect (Kubernetes)
Abu Dhabi • Full-time
Reporting to: Technical Solution Director

Our client is one of the largest digital transformation companies in the region.

Key Competencies

• Kubernetes Administration & Troubleshooting
• Container Management & Deployment
• Docker / Container Technologies
• Application Implementation & Deployment
• Production & Technical Support
• Incident & Problem Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Python Scripting & Automation
• PowerShell Scripting & Automation
• Linux & Windows Administration
• Application Monitoring & Troubleshooting
• Kubernetes Networking
• CI/CD & DevOps Practices
• Helm & Kubernetes Package Management
• Log Analysis & Performance Monitoring
• Infrastructure Troubleshooting
• Automation & Process Improvement

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Kubernetes architecture and components.
• Hands-on experience with containers and Docker/container technologies.
• Experience deploying and troubleshooting containerized applications.
• Good knowledge of Kubernetes objects: Pods, Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, Namespaces, StatefulSets.
• Hands-on experience with Python scripting and automation.
• Good understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with command-line troubleshooting and log analysis.
• Familiarity with Git and basic CI/CD concepts is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Kubernetes platforms such as AKS, EKS, or OpenShift.
• Knowledge of Helm and Kubernetes package management.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and deployment pipelines.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and Agile methodologies.
• Experience working in an ITIL-based support environment.

Kubernetes & Container Implementation

• Deploy, configure, and maintain Kubernetes clusters and workloads.
• Implement and support Kubernetes resources such as Pods, Deployments, Services, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, and namespaces.
• Troubleshoot pod failures, CrashLoopBackOff, image-pull issues, resource constraints, and deployment failures.
• Support containerized applications using Docker/container technologies.
• Build, configure, and troubleshoot container images and container deployments.
• Assist with application onboarding and migration to Kubernetes/container platforms.
• Support upgrades, configuration changes, scaling, and optimization of Kubernetes environments.
• Implement health checks, resource limits, autoscaling, and appropriate deployment configurations.

Python Automation

• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate operational and support activities.
• Automate repetitive troubleshooting, monitoring, reporting, and deployment tasks.
• Create scripts for log analysis, system checks, health checks, and operational workflows.
• Troubleshoot and enhance existing Python-based automation tools.
• Integrate scripts with APIs and cloud/container platforms where required.

PowerShell

• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for Windows administration and automation.
• Automate system administration, monitoring, configuration, and support tasks.
• Troubleshoot Windows-based application and infrastructure issues.
• Create PowerShell scripts for deployment, health checks, log collection, and operational activities.