Lead SWE - DevOps Kubernetes Helm

**Scope:** * As Lead Software Engineer, you will enhance our DevOps capabilities by developing solutions that streamline deployments and improve automation and scalability. * Your work will enable faster, more reliable software delivery and greater operational efficiency. * You will help shape our cutting-edge DevOps solutions, empowering teams to deliver software efficiently and effectively. * You will focus on advancing the organization's DevOps capabilities, enabling teams to deliver software swiftly and reliably. * You'll be tasked with developing and optimizing solutions that elevate the deployment ecosystem, integrating automation and scalability techniques to diminish delivery bottlenecks and enhance operational efficiency. **Our Current Technical Environment:** **Tools & Platforms:** GitHub Actions (CI/CD pipelines), ArgoCD, Helm, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Prometheus & Grafana, Jira / Azure DevOps **Cloud Platforms:** Microsoft Azure, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure DevOps Services, Azure Storage, Networking & Compute Services **SaaS Applications:** GitHub, Jira / Confluence **Programming & Scripting:** Java, Quarkus, Python, Shell scripting **Architecture & Engineering:** Cloud-native microservices, Kubernetes-based containerized deployments, GitOps-driven CI/CD pipelines, Custom Kubernetes Operators (Java Operator SDK), API-driven integrations and automation frameworks, **What You’ll Do:** * Provision and manage Azure cloud resources efficiently using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). * Consistently apply best practices for unit, integration, and end-to-end testing of internally developed software. * Demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting complex issues across Azure Cloud, Kubernetes, third-party tools, and internal solutions. * Drive the development and optimization of DevOps processes, particularly leveraging Kubernetes, Helm, and ArgoCD for seamless deployments. * Ensure quick, reliable, and automated software releases by implementing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions. * Contribute to the design and implementation of Kubernetes operators using Java and Quarkus, and help define Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs). * Collaborate effectively across teams to champion DevOps best practices and promote alignment with company objectives. * Keep the organization at the forefront of technology by proactively evaluating and implementing emerging tools and methodologies. * Maintain the reliability and operational excellence of the continuous delivery framework, meeting or exceeding SLAs. **What We Are Looking For:** * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with at least 8 years of progressive experience in software development and DevOps. * Strong experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and ArgoCD for managing and automating deployment pipelines. * Proven skills in building and managing CI/CD workflows using GitHub Actions. * Experience in developing Kubernetes operators using Java, Quarkus, and the Java Operator SDK. * Competence in designing and implementing Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) within Kubernetes environments. * Effective communication and collaboration skills to facilitate cross-functional team engagement and strategic alignment in DevOps practices. * Passionate about technology evolution and driving continuous improvement in software delivery processes. **Our Values** If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: [Core Values](https://blueyonder.com/about/core-values) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.