Capgemini

Senior Network Platform Engineer (AWS)

Capgemini$68K — $147K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Kubernetes administration and networking
  • In-depth understanding of AWS networking services
  • Proficient in Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code practices
  • Hands-on experience with Cilium and Kubernetes Network Policies
  • Basic knowledge of Golang is advantageous
  • Familiarity with Grafana and Prometheus for observability
  • Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and manage complex AWS networking components
  • Configure and operate Kubernetes clusters at scale
  • Implement and optimize Cilium and Kubernetes network policies
  • Build reusable Terraform modules for automated infrastructure deployment
  • Conduct performance tests on Kubernetes networking components
  • Develop custom Kubernetes controllers or operators using Go
  • Create monitoring and alerting solutions with Grafana and Prometheus
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including SRE, security, and engineering

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off, varying by employee grade from 12-25 days
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plans, such as RRSPs in Canada
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Additional benefits based on local policy and eligibility
Full Job Description
Location:

This role is remote anywhere in Canada

About the job you're considering:

We're looking for a hands-on Senior Network Platform Engineer to build and operate large-scale cloud-native infrastructure on AWS. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Kubernetes networking, AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, and observability, with a passion for performance, automation, and reliability.

Your role:

  • Design and manage AWS networking (VPCs, Security Groups, Transit Gateway, PrivateLink, DNS Firewalls)
  • Configure, operate, and scale Kubernetes clusters
  • Implement and optimize Cilium, CNIs, Egress Gateway, and Network Policies
  • Build reusable Terraform modules and automate infrastructure deployment
  • Performance test and tune Kubernetes-native networking components
  • Develop Kubernetes controllers/operators using Go
  • Build monitoring and alerting solutions using Grafana & Prometheus
  • Collaborate with platform, SRE, security, and engineering teams


Must have skills:

  • Strong Kubernetes administration and networking experience
  • Deep knowledge of AWS networking services
  • Hands-on Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code expertise
  • Experience with Cilium and Kubernetes Network Policies
  • Golang development experience is a plus
  • Experience with the Grafana and Prometheus observability stack is a plus
  • Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills mandatory


Nice to Have:

  • Amazon EKS
  • Advanced eBPF/Cilium advanced networking
  • ArgoCD or Flux (GitOps)
  • CKA/CKS certifications
  • AWS Networking or Solutions Architect certifications
  • Experience with AI-assisted engineering tools such as Claude


The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: CAD 68,874 - CAD 147,504

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
  • Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
  • Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services. The company is headquartered in Paris, France and operates in over 50 countries. Capgemini provides a range of services including strategy and transformation, application services, technology services, and engineering services. The company serves clients in a variety of industries including automotive, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, and retail.
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