Jenkins, Helm & Kubernetes Integrator

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Job Description Summary

The Jenkins, Helm & Kubernetes Integrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration infrastructure. This role bridges development and operations by automating deployment processes and ensuring reliable, scalable application delivery in Kubernetes environments.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

CI/CD Pipeline Management

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Design, build, and maintain Jenkins pipelines for continuous integration and deployment

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Implement GitOps workflows

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Implement automated testing pipelines

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Optimize build processes for speed, reliability, and resource efficiency

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Manage pipeline-as-code using Jenkins files and shared libraries

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Integrate security scanning and quality gates into CI/CD workflows

Kubernetes & Container Orchestration

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Deploy and manage applications on Kubernetes clusters

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Configure and optimize cluster resources, namespaces

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Implement auto-scaling, load balancing, and high-availability configurations

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Monitor cluster health and application performance

Helm Chart Development & Management

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Create, maintain, and version Helm charts for application deployments

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Manage Helm repositories and chart dependencies

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Implement templating best practices for multi-environment deployments

Collaboration & Support

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Work with development teams to containerize applications

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Provide technical guidance on CI/CD and Kubernetes best practices

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Document processes

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

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Essential:

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3+ years experience with Jenkins (declarative/scripted pipelines, shared libraries)

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2+ years hands-on experience with Kubernetes (deployments, services, ingress, operators)

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2+ years experience with Helm (chart development, templating, versioning)

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Strong Linux/Unix administration skills

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Proficiency with containerization (Docker, containerd)

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Experience with Git and version control workflows

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Scripting skills (Bash, Python, or Groovy)

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Preferred:

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Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD, or CKS)

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Experience with cloud platforms (AWS EKS, Azure AKS, or GCP GKE)

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Knowledge of service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd)

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Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)

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Security best practices and tools (Vault, SOPS, OPA)

Desired Characteristics:

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Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

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Take initiatives, good trouble-shooter and autonomous

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Detail-oriented with focus on reliability and automation

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Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

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Fluent in English

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No