Sr. Kubernetes Engineer

SpaceX

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Starbase, TX
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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Sr. Kubernetes Engineer

As a Senior Kubernetes Engineer at Starbase, TX, you will join a dynamic team responsible for managing and scaling our Kubernetes infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities include automating VMware environments, deploying and configuring network load balancers like MetalLB, and implementing service mesh solutions such as Istio to enhance reliability and security. You should be proficient in Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and Ansible, with a strong understanding of networking principles and experience with CI/CD pipelines. This role requires expertise in cloud-native technologies and the ability to solve complex infrastructure challenges at scale within a highly regulated ITAR environment.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement Kubernetes infrastructure for scalable, secure deployment of applications.
  • Automate provisioning and management of Kubernetes clusters using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
  • Configure and maintain network policies and load balancers (e.g., MetalLB) within Kubernetes environments.
  • Integrate service mesh technologies to enhance observability and security in microservices architectures.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues related to container orchestration, networking, and application deployment.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in Kubernetes administration and deployment
  • Proficient in container orchestration tools like Docker, Helm, and Kustomize
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation using Jenkins or similar tools
  • Knowledge of network services such as MetalLB and service mesh technologies
  • Strong understanding of VMware environments and virtualization concepts
  • ITAR compliance requirements for U.S. Department of State restrictions
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

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