Kubernetes
General
-SRE / service experience covering key components of Azure platform
-Good understanding of hub and spoke topology
-Knowledge of security practices for cloud-native applications, including identity and access management, and network security
-Proficient in using monitoring tools to ensure system reliability
-Ability to automate repetitive tasks using scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell
-Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve issues quickly
-Track record of implementing toil reduction solutions
-Experience of working in an Agile framework
-Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly
K8 specifics
-Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture, deployment, and management
-Istio knowledge e.g. configuration, interaction with networking solutions
-Hands on knowledge of other AKS add-ons e.g. RBAC manager, Kured, Cert Manager
-Hands on experience of using IaC to deploy/maintain AKS resources
Tools
-Terraform
-GitHub and GitHub Actions
-ArgoCD
Serverless
Azure Services:
Azure Functions
Azure Logic Apps
Azure Networking Knowledge:
Azure networking
Azure landing zones
Private endpoints
Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Terraform Cloud
Bicep, and Template Specs
Azure DevOps (Azure repos, Azure pipelines)
GitHub
Soft Skills:
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Collaboration and communication - Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly
Automation and scripting (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)
Operational Knowledge:
Monitoring and observability
Security and compliance
Performance optimization
Keyskills: Azure Paas Powershell Azure Compute Emulator Kubernetes Python Terraform Github