Sr Devops Architect (W2 only)

Role: Sr Devops Architect (15 years exp)

Location: Hopkins, MN - Onsite

Job Description:

What are the top 3 skills required for this role?

1. DevOps

2. Kubernetes

3. Jenkins

4. Automation using Python/Shell scripting.

Job summary :

• Architect role for an experienced professional with deep hands on expertise in Kubernetes, Jenkins and end to end CI CD automation in a hybrid work model with day shift and no travel expectations.
• The role focuses on designing enterprise scale cloud native platforms, optimizing software delivery pipelines, and guiding teams to deliver secure, resilient and efficient solutions that create measurable business value.

Responsibilities : -

• Design and implement scalable Kubernetes based platforms that support highly available and resilient applications while aligning with enterprise architecture guidelines
• Define and optimize Jenkins based CI CD pipelines that standardize build test and deployment workflows across multiple application teams and technology stacks
• Develop reusable CI CD templates and automation patterns that accelerate onboarding of new applications and reduce manual interventions during software delivery
• Coordinate with cross functional teams to understand application requirements and translate them into robust Kubernetes deployment architectures that meet performance and reliability goals
• Establish security controls within Kubernetes clusters and CI CD pipelines to protect secrets manage access and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations
• Create observability strategies for Kubernetes and CI CD environments by defining logging metrics and alerting to quickly detect and remediate platform or pipeline issues
• Guide teams in containerization best practices including image design resource configuration and dependency management to enhance portability and operational efficiency
• Drive continuous improvement of build and release processes by analyzing pipeline metrics identifying bottlenecks and implementing automation or process changes that reduce lead time
• Document reference architectures standards and runbooks for Kubernetes and Jenkins so that implementation teams can consistently follow approved patterns and reduce operational risk
• Collaborate with product and delivery stakeholders to ensure CI CD and platform architectures enable faster safe and reliable feature releases that directly support business outcomes
• Perform technical reviews of Kubernetes manifests Helm charts and Jenkins configurations to ensure adherence to quality security and reliability standards before promotion to production environments
• Mentor engineering teams on modern DevOps practices including infrastructure as code automated testing and continuous delivery to foster a culture of ownership and accountability
• Coordinate with infrastructure and security partners to plan capacity upgrades disaster recovery strategies and change windows for Kubernetes clusters and CI CD components in a controlled manner

Qualifications -

• Develop advanced proficiency in Kubernetes architecture including control plane components networking storage integration and cluster lifecycle management based on extensive practical experience
• Demonstrate deep hands on expertise in Jenkins administration pipeline as code shared libraries and integration with version control systems artifact repositories and quality tools
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of CI CD principles including branching strategies automated testing environments and progressive deployment techniques to complex enterprise solutions
• Utilize experience in scripting and automation using tools such as shell scripting Python or similar technologies to streamline repetitive operational tasks within pipelines
• Exhibit strong understanding of containerization concepts including image hardening registry management and runtime configuration to ensure secure and reliable deployments
• Apply familiarity with cloud native ecosystems such as service meshes monitoring stacks and configuration management tools to design end to end delivery platforms
• Demonstrate ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders while fostering collaboration in a hybrid working environment and supporting teams during day shifts
• Utilize prior background in large scale distributed systems and enterprise environments to design solutions that balance innovation risk management cost efficiency and long term maintainability

Regards,

Bharath Kumar

bharath.k@themesoft.com