Key skills
RancherKubernetes managementCI/CD workflowsKubernetes networkingPersistent storageTroubleshooting skillsCollaboration skillsKubernetesJenkinsGitHub ActionsHelmGitHubGitOpsLoad BalancingCI/CDCommunication
About this role
Metaminds is seeking a Senior Rancher Platform Engineer to manage Kubernetes clusters using RKE and RKE2. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation of Kubernetes architecture and handling various management tasks including upgrades, networking, and CI/CD workflows.
Responsibilities:
- Strong hands-on expertise with Rancher managing Kubernetes clusters using RKE and RKE2 (mandatory)
- Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture, internals, and day‑2 operations
- Proven experience managing:
- HA control planes and etcd
- Node lifecycle (provisioning, scaling, replacement, decommissioning)
- Kubernetes upgrades and patching with minimal downtime
- Experience with Kubernetes networking (Calico, Cilium, ingress controllers, load balancing)
- Experience with persistent storage and CSI drivers (NFS, cloud disks, Ceph, Longhorn, etc.)
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD and GitOps workflows (Helm, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Argo CD)
- Experience supporting mixed Linux and Windows Kubernetes worker nodes
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work through complex, production-impacting issues
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams
Requirements:
- Strong hands-on expertise with Rancher managing Kubernetes clusters using RKE and RKE2 (mandatory)
- Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture, internals, and day‑2 operations
- Proven experience managing: HA control planes and etcd
- Node lifecycle (provisioning, scaling, replacement, decommissioning)
- Kubernetes upgrades and patching with minimal downtime
- Experience with Kubernetes networking (Calico, Cilium, ingress controllers, load balancing)
- Experience with persistent storage and CSI drivers (NFS, cloud disks, Ceph, Longhorn, etc.)
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD and GitOps workflows (Helm, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Argo CD)
- Experience supporting mixed Linux and Windows Kubernetes worker nodes
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work through complex, production-impacting issues
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams