Lead DevOps Engineer – Kubernetes & Linux Specialist (Part‑Time, Remote) – $26/hr – Cloud Infrastructure & Automation

About arenaflex

arenaflex is a global technology leader that empowers businesses to innovate at the speed of the digital age. With a portfolio that spans cloud services, enterprise software, and cutting‑edge infrastructure solutions, arenaflex helps customers transform their operations, accelerate time‑to‑market, and deliver exceptional experiences. Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous learning, and a relentless focus on impact. Whether you’re joining a small, high‑performing team or contributing to a worldwide initiative, you’ll be part of a mission‑driven organization that values creativity, diversity, and personal growth.

Why This Role Matters

As a Lead DevOps Engineer at arenaflex, you will be the technical champion for our Kubernetes‑based platforms, driving reliability, security, and automation across our cloud‑native services. This part‑time, remote position offers a unique blend of strategic influence and hands‑on engineering, allowing you to shape the future of our infrastructure while maintaining a flexible work‑life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain highly available Kubernetes clusters on OpenShift, VMware Tanzu, and Farmer platforms, adhering to best‑practice guidelines.
• Serve as the subject‑matter expert for “Kubernetes as a Service,” providing guidance to internal stakeholders on on‑demand cluster provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
• Develop and enforce GitOps policies using tools such as ArgoCD and Jenkins to automate cluster provisioning, application deployment, and day‑2 operations.
• Collaborate with the TechOps team to deliver IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions for the ISG Development groups, ensuring 24x7 availability of core platforms.
• Implement and audit security controls, disaster‑recovery plans, and compliance frameworks across all Kubernetes environments.
• Lead incident response and root‑cause analysis for platform‑related issues, providing clear documentation and remediation steps.
• Automate Linux system administration tasks on physical and virtual servers, including patch management, configuration drift detection, and performance tuning.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and DevOps best practices.
• Document platform architecture, operational procedures, and service level objectives to support transparent communication with business partners.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience managing production‑grade Kubernetes clusters (OpenShift, Tanzu, or similar).
• Strong background in Linux system administration on both bare‑metal and virtualized environments.
• Proficiency with GitOps workflows, including ArgoCD, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipeline design.
• Solid understanding of container networking, storage, and security (e.g., Calico, CNI plugins, RBAC, PodSecurityPolicies).
• Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or AWX, and scripting languages like Python, Bash, or YAML.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot disaster‑recovery solutions (e.g., Velero, Restic).
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) and incident‑management platforms (ServiceNow, Jira).

Preferred Qualifications

• Red Hat OpenShift certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration).
• Kubernetes certifications such as CKA, CKAD, or CKS.
• Experience with VMware Tanzu, Rancher, or other enterprise Kubernetes distributions.
• Knowledge of service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd) and API gateways (NGINX, HAProxy, ALB).
• Background in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid‑cloud networking.
• Exposure to ServiceNow, Jira, or other ITSM tools for change and incident management.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Technical Leadership: Ability to influence architecture decisions and drive platform standards across distributed teams.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical mindset to diagnose complex system issues and implement sustainable fixes.
• Communication: Clear, concise documentation and the ability to convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Proven track record of working effectively in cross‑functional, remote environments.
• Automation‑First Mentality: Passion for reducing manual toil through scripting, CI/CD pipelines, and self‑service tooling.
• Security Awareness: Commitment to embedding security best practices throughout the platform lifecycle.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

arenaflex invests heavily in employee development. In this role, you will have access to:

• Mentorship from senior architects and industry experts.
• Funding for certifications (e.g., Red Hat, CNCF) and continuous‑learning platforms.
• Opportunities to lead high‑visibility projects that directly impact global customers.
• Cross‑team rotations to broaden expertise in cloud, networking, and security domains.
• Regular tech talks, hackathons, and internal conferences to showcase innovative solutions.

Work Environment & Culture at arenaflex

Our remote‑first philosophy means you can work from anywhere in the United States while staying connected through virtual collaboration tools, regular video stand‑ups, and quarterly in‑person meet‑ups. arenaflex promotes a culture of inclusion, where diverse perspectives are celebrated and every voice matters. We value work‑life balance, offering flexible scheduling, a generous stipend for home‑office setup, and a supportive community that encourages personal well‑being.

Compensation, Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $26 per hour, paid bi‑weekly.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including tele‑health options.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off: 29 days of annual leave, plus additional days for remote work abroad.
• Remote Work Stipend: Monthly allowance to support home‑office equipment and internet costs.
• Learning & Development: Access to online courses, certification reimbursements, and internal training programs.
• Well‑Being Programs: Employee assistance program, mental‑health resources, and wellness challenges.
• Community & Culture: Lunch vouchers, Multisport cards, language classes, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Travel Benefits: Global travel medical insurance and emergency travel assistance for occasional on‑site visits.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about building resilient, automated cloud platforms and thrive in a flexible, remote environment, we want to hear from you. Join arenaflex and become a catalyst for innovation, helping our customers achieve their most ambitious goals.

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