Software Engineer (Kubernetes Focused)

Phoenix Operations Group

• $120K — $145K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree plus 9 years of experience or Master's degree plus 7 years; or High school diploma with 13 years of experience.
  • Proficient in Java, especially with frameworks like Spring or Guava.
  • Experience with Kubernetes deployments, Linux, Agile methodologies, Git, Nexus, and Maven.
  • Proven leadership or mentoring experience in engineering teams.
  • Excellent skills in troubleshooting, testing, and collaborating with team members.

Responsibilities

  • Develop Java applications, APIs, REST services, and microservices.
  • Manage Kubernetes deployments using Helm and Flux.
  • Conduct software testing and troubleshooting for improvements.
  • Mentor and guide engineering teams while also developing code.
  • Assess new technologies and support program requirements as needed.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Fully company-paid short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.
  • Automatic 10% company contribution to 401(k), with no matching required.
  • Four weeks of paid time off annually.
  • Eleven paid holidays per year.
  • Birthday leave: a day off with pay on your birthday.
  • Upfront and annual referral bonuses for employee referrals.
  • Bonuses for contributions to open-source on GitHub.
  • Paid professional development, training, and certification opportunities.
Full Job Description
Phoenix Operations Group seeks an experienced Software Engineer to develop Java applications and maintain Kubernetes deployments. Collaborate with engineers to deliver dependable enterprise software while mentoring teammates and providing technical leadership.

Responsibilities
  • Build Java software, enterprise APIs, REST services, and microservices.
  • Maintain Kubernetes deployments using Helm and Flux.
  • Test, troubleshoot, and improve software.
  • Guide engineering teams while contributing hands-on development.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and support additional program needs.


Requirements

Required Qualifications
  • Related bachelor's plus nine years' relevant experience; related master's plus seven years; or high school diploma/equivalent plus thirteen years.
  • Strong Java experience, including modern frameworks/libraries such as Spring or Guava.
  • Kubernetes deployment, Linux, Agile, Git, Nexus, and Maven experience.
  • Demonstrated engineering leadership or mentorship.
  • Strong troubleshooting, testing, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

AWS/Azure; Kubernetes operators and custom resource definitions; Go/Python; scripting; GitLab CI automation; distributed/NoSQL databases; Elasticsearch, MongoDB, or Solr; Big Data platforms; Jira, Confluence, or GitHub Enterprise.

Clearance and Schedule

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain government clearance are required. Active clearance is preferred, not required initially. Onsite schedules require flexibility.

Benefits Offered
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance: 100% company-paid premiums.
  • Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance: Fully company paid.
  • 401(k): Automatic 10% company contribution; no matching required.
  • Paid time off: Four weeks annually.
  • Paid holidays: Eleven per year.
  • Birthday leave: Your birthday off with pay.
  • Referral bonuses: Upfront and annually recurring bonuses.
  • Open-source bonuses: Rewards for contributing to our GitHub projects.
  • Professional development: Paid training, certifications, and enrichment opportunities.

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