[Hiring] Kubernetes / Cloud Infrastructure Administrator @RTX

Role Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Kubernetes / Cloud Infrastructure Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying, managing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions in Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS to support RTX's mission-critical systems and operations. This role requires expertise in Kubernetes, container orchestration, infrastructure-as-code practices, and associated cloud-native technologies to support the mission-critical systems of RTX.

• Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure to support business and engineering applications.
• Deploy, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters in cloud environments.
• Monitor and optimize performance, scalability, and availability of cloud environments.
• Ensure cloud environments meet RTX security and compliance standards.
• Automate infrastructure and cluster provisioning, upgrades, and maintenance using tools such as Helm and Terraform.
• Implement and manage Kubernetes networking, including ingress controllers, service meshes, and network policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess cloud requirements and provide solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues while maintaining high reliability and uptime.
• Stay current with cloud platform updates and best practices and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Document processes, policies, and procedures for cloud operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• 3+ years of experience in managing and administering Azure or AWS cloud environments with 1+ years of experience managing Kubernetes clusters in production environments.
• Proficiency with Azure or AWS services, including compute, storage, networking, and security.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Helm and a strong understanding of networking principles and cloud security best practices.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• Azure or AWS certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
• Experience working in both Azure and AWS environments managing multi-cloud-based applications.
• Kubernetes certifications (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)).
• Experience working in an aerospace or defense environment is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.