Senior Docker Kubernetes Platform Engineer

Role and Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain Kubernetes clusters in both on-premises and cloud environments.
• Develop and implement Kubernetes best practices for managing containerized applications.
• Collaborate with the DevOps team to automate the deployment and scaling of applications using Kubernetes.
• Monitor and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters to ensure high availability and performance.
• Work with developers to optimize application performance in Kubernetes environments.
• Implement security measures and best practices to protect Kubernetes infrastructure and applications.
•  Conduct regular performance testing and capacity planning to ensure scalability of Kubernetes infrastructure.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Solid experience in designing, deploying, and managing Kubernetes clusters in production environments.

• Strong understanding of containerization concepts and technologies (Docker, container runtimes, etc.).

•  Proficiency in deploying and managing applications using Kubernetes manifests and Helm charts.

• Experience with Kubernetes offerings.

• Knowledge of networking concepts and experience configuring Kubernetes networking (Service Mesh, Load Balancers, Ingress Controllers, etc.).

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.) for building and deploying containerized applications.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in Kubernetes environments.

The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting

• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

• Paid maternity and paternity leave

• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays

• Wellness incentives and MORE
   

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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