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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Devops Engineer - GKE specialist - **Company:** Excelon Solutions - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Apache Tomcat, Build Automation, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Oracle WebLogic Server, CentOS, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Amazon DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, Perl (Programming Language), Github, Groovy, Monitoring of Systems, IBM Websphere Application Server, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, WildFly (JBoss AS), Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Unix Shell, Log Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server, Team Foundation Server, Windows Servers, MySQL, OpenStack, Windows PowerShell, Systems Development Life Cycle, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Cloud Services, Ansible, Ruby, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Testing, TCP/IP, Transact-SQL, VMware Virtualization, Web Services, Scripting, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Delivery Pipeline, Software Troubleshooting, Reliability of Systems, Cloudformation, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Restful APIs, Terraform, Splunk, New Relic (SaaS), Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=602ccf96584f1b5d ## About the Role * Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or similar role with a strong focus on GKE or Kubernetes environments. * Extensive knowledge of cloud computing platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP), AWS, or Azure. * Hands-on expertise with Docker containerization technology and container orchestration systems like Kubernetes. * Proficiency in scripting languages including Bash (Unix shell), PowerShell, Python, Groovy, Perl or Ruby for automation tasks. * Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation to manage cloud resources efficiently. * Experience working with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, TFS or GitHub Actions to automate build and deployment workflows. * Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components including VMware virtualization, OpenStack cloud solutions, Linux administration (CentOS/Red Hat), Windows Server environments. * Knowledge of enterprise software applications including WebSphere, Weblogic, Tomcat; experience with database systems like MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, DynamoDB; T-SQL scripting skills preferred. * Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues related to networking (TCP/IP), DNS, WAN/LAN configurations; familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services. * Excellent communication skills combined with a proactive attitude toward problem-solving in an agile environment focused on continuous improvement. ## Description We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled DevOps Engineer with specialized expertise in Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) to join our innovative technology team. In this role, you will drive the automation, deployment, and management of cloud infrastructure and containerized applications, ensuring seamless integration and high availability across our enterprise environment. Your energetic approach will help optimize our continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, enhance system reliability, and support our cloud computing initiatives. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to streamline software development and IT operations, this opportunity is for you!, * Design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure solutions utilizing Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with a focus on GKE for container orchestration. * Automate deployment processes using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and scripting languages including Bash, PowerShell, Python, and Groovy. * Manage containerization systems like Docker and Kubernetes to facilitate microservices architecture and ensure high availability. * Monitor system performance using tools like New Relic, Splunk, and Elasticsearch; analyze logs for troubleshooting and optimization. * Collaborate with development teams to integrate DevOps practices into software development lifecycle (SDLC), emphasizing continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD). * Implement cloud security best practices including firewall management, identity & access management (IAM), disaster recovery planning, and incident response procedures. * Conduct system testing, troubleshooting complex issues across Linux/Unix environments, WebSphere, Weblogic, Tomcat, JBoss, and enterprise software platforms., Join us to be at the forefront of cloud innovation! Your expertise will empower our teams to deliver reliable software solutions faster while maintaining the highest standards of security and performance. 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