Principal DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes

Job Summary:
Our team, a vital part of the Telco Verification Pillar, is developing and operating a cutting-edge CI/CD service to empower our Testing Teams with enhanced automation capabilities. As a Principal Software Engineer specializing in Test Automation, CI/CD, and DevOps, you will be instrumental in ensuring the quality, reliability, and efficiency of this critical service. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain robust automated testing frameworks, continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines, and best-in-class DevOps practices.

What you will do:

Design, implement, and manage end-to-end CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes.

Foster seamless collaboration with development, QA, and operations teams to fully integrate testing and deployment workflows.

Proactively monitor and analyze test results, identify root causes of issues, and work collaboratively with development teams for timely resolution.

Develop and maintain highly scalable and resilient infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Ansible or similar industry-standard solutions.

Implement and manage containerization and orchestration solutions using Docker and Kubernetes, with OpenShift knowledge being a significant advantage.

Identify and address test coverage gaps within existing test pipelines, proposing and developing new automated tests in close collaboration with Functional Testing (FT), System Testing (ST), and Solution Lifecycle Management (SLCM) teams.

Ensure the highest standards of security, scalability, and reliability for all CI/CD and DevOps processes.

Continuously research and integrate industry best practices and emerging technologies in test automation, CI/CD, and DevOps.

Act as a mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of best practices and continuous learning.

Leverage AI-driven insights to optimize test execution, prioritize critical test cases, and reduce overall testing cycles.

Integrate AI/ML models into test automation frameworks to enhance test case generation, anomaly detection in test results, and intelligent defect prediction.

What you will bring::

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related technical field.

Proven hands-on experience as a Senior Software Engineer with a strong focus on test automation, CI/CD, and DevOps principles.

Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Python and/or Go.

Extensive experience with leading CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or equivalent platforms.

Demonstrated expertise in containerization and orchestration tools, including Docker and Kubernetes.

Solid understanding and practical experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Ansible or similar.

Exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.

Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments.

Familiarity with data analysis and visualization techniques for interpreting AI/ML model outputs.

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Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

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