Kubernetes Platform Engineer – Intermediate (9982)

Toronto, CanadaFull-TimeMid-levelSoftware Engineering

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Assist with deployment and configuration of Kubernetes clusters (upstream, RKE2) in connected and air-gapped environments.
Support operations of the Rancher Gov stack for multi-cluster management.
Contribute to GitOps pipelines using Fleet and ArgoCD to enable automation and consistency.
Help package and distribute workloads using OCI bundles and Helm charts.
Implement security best practices in collaboration with senior engineers (e.g., network segmentation, access control).
Participate in cluster upgrades, patching, and monitoring for stability and performance.
Troubleshoot platform issues and escalate complex problems to senior engineers when needed.
Document processes, playbooks, and configuration details for repeatability.

4–6 years of experience in infrastructure, DevOps, or platform engineering.
Solid hands-on experience with Kubernetes (preferably upstream or RKE2).
Working knowledge of Rancher, Helm, and GitOps tools (Fleet, ArgoCD, or similar).
Familiarity with containerization (Docker), Linux systems, and basic CI/CD practices.
Good understanding of networking, security basics, and infrastructure operations.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams.
Eagerness to learn advanced Kubernetes practices and grow into senior-level responsibilities.