Staff Software Engineer (f/m/d) Managed Kubernetes

IONOS EN
Revaler Straße 28-31 +1 more
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-to-senior-level software engineers who are experienced in Kubernetes and cloud-native development, with a preference for hybrid work models and a collaborative team environment in Berlin.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with strong Kubernetes operational experience and Golang proficiency in cloud-native environments
    — “experience with Kubernetes architecture and a strong focus on operational aspects aligned with the principles of CKA”
  • Individuals who have worked on production-grade DevOps toolchains and GitOps workflows
    — “Development and maintenance of the complete DevOps toolchain (Helm Charts, GitHub Actions, GitOps workflows)”
  • Professionals comfortable with observability and monitoring solutions for Kubernetes workloads
    — “Implement monitoring, alerting, and observation solutions for Kubernetes workloads”

Things to consider

  • Security vetting is a mandatory requirement for this role
    — “Willingness to undergo extended security vetting (SÜ2)”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Kubernetes operators and custom resource definitions in your resume
    — “Creation and maintenance of Kubernetes operators, controllers and custom resource definitions (CRDs)”
  • Demonstrate a track record of delivering production-grade Golang code in your application materials
    — “Proficiency in Golang development with a track record of delivering production-grade code”
  • Emphasize contributions to service architecture and infrastructure-as-code processes in your interview responses
    — “Contribute to the further development of our service architecture and infrastructure-as-code processes”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Developed and maintained cloud-native applications in Golang
  • Contributed to the further development of service architecture and infrastructure-as-code processes
Typical background
3+ years of hands-on experience working with Kubernetes in production environmentsProficiency in Golang development with a track record of delivering production-grade code

Skills & requirements

Required

KubernetesGoDevOpsCI/CDMonitoringObservabilityContainer OrchestrationNetworkingSecurityCloud-native ApplicationsREST ApisLibrariesInfrastructure-as-codeHelm ChartsGithub ActionsGitops WorkflowsCustom Resource Definitions

Preferred

PythonJava

Stack & domain

KubernetesGoREST ApisHelm ChartsGithub ActionsGitopsMonitoringAlertingObservabilityPrometheusGrafanaLokiLinux System AdministrationCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunicationCKACloud-native ApplicationsManaged KubernetesDevOps

About the role

Original posting from IONOS EN via Greenhouse

About IONOS

At IONOS, we don't just manage servers – we shape the digital future for more than 6.2 million customers worldwide with our solutions. As Europe's leading hosting provider and a pioneer in independent cloud solutions, we are building next-generation infrastructure – from sovereign cloud architectures and high-performance GPU clusters to integrated AI automation tools.

What drives us is digital sovereignty for Europe and real impact for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) as well as large enterprises. We work in agile teams, rely on transparent structures, and believe that excellence and innovation only emerge through true team spirit.

Ready for your next step? Become part of IONOS and grow with us.

We are seeking an experienced Specialist Software Developer to join our Managed Kubernetes team. You'll play a crucial role in developing and maintaining our Managed Kubernetes Product that serves both internal IONOS teams and external customers. This position requires experience with Kubernetes architecture and a strong focus on operational aspects aligned with the principles of CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator).

Tasks

Design, development, and maintenance of cloud-native applications in Golang (Kubernetes Operators, REST APIs, libraries).

Designing and implementing new features to improve our Managed Kubernetes offering.

Contribute to the further development of our service architecture and infrastructure-as-code processes.

Development and maintenance of the complete DevOps toolchain (Helm Charts, GitHub Actions, GitOps workflows).

Creation and maintenance of Kubernetes operators, controllers and custom resource definitions (CRDs).

Implement monitoring, alerting, and observation solutions for Kubernetes workloads; collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve platform reliability and performance.

Qualifications

3+ years of hands-on experience working with Kubernetes in production environments

Proficiency in Golang development with a track record of delivering production-grade code

Understanding of Kubernetes architecture, API resources, and extension patterns

Knowledge of container orchestration, networking, and security principles

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflows

Experience with observability stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, etc.) for monitoring and troubleshooting

Linux system administration skills

Willingness to undergo extended security vetting (SÜ2)

Benefits

Hybrid working model.

Flexible working hours through trust-based working hours.

At some locations a subsidized canteen and various free drinks.

Modern office space with very good transport connections.

Various employee discounts for activities and products.

Employee events such as summer and winter parties, as well as workshops.

Numerous training and development opportunities.

Various health offers, such as sports and health courses.

Application Note

We value diversity and welcome all applications – regardless of, for example, gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity, physical characteristics, marital status or any other irrelevant factor subject to applicable law.

Source: IONOS EN careers (Greenhouse)

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