Systems Engineer (DevOps Engineer)

NCS’s mission is to bring people together and harness technology to advance communities. As a leading technology services firm, operating across Asia Pacific in over 20 cities, our diverse 14,000-strong workforce delivers large-scale, mission-critical projects for governments and enterprises locally and regionally. Our NEXT capabilities of digital, cloud, platforms as well as our core offerings in Applications, Infrastructure, Engineering, and Cyber Security provide end-to-end technology solutions and services to our clients.

Job Description

• Open to consider candidates without working experience (internship experience considered) but must have knowledge in Kubernetes and Docker. Salary will commensurate with experience and skills.
  
  

We are seeking an experienced On-Premises DevOps Engineer to join our team. As an On Premises DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our container infrastructure within our on-premises environment. You’ll collaborate closely with development and operations teams to ensure seamless application deployment and efficient management.

Responsibilities

• Kubernetes Clusters: Install, configure, and maintain Kubernetes clusters on premises.
• Containerization: Work with Docker containers and containerd for application deployments.
• Kafka Integration: Integrate Kafka for event-driven communication and data streaming within our on-premises setup.
• Guacamole Experience: Leverage Guacamole for secure remote access to our systems.
• Infrastructure as Code: Use tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation to manage on-premises infrastructure.
• Monitoring and Alerting: Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting for Kubernetes clusters in our on-premises environment (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Security Best Practices: Implement Kubernetes security measures within our on premises setup, including RBAC, network policies, and pod security policies.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Kubernetes concepts (pods, services, deployments, stateful sets) within an on-premises context.
• Experience with Docker and containerd for on-premises container management.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes networking (CNI plugins, ingress controllers, service meshes) in an on-premises environment.
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Helm, Kustomize, Terraform) for on-premises deployments.
• Ability to set up monitoring, logging, and alerting for Kubernetes clusters in an on-premises setup.
• Understanding of Kubernetes security best practices within an on-premises context.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities in complex on-premises Kubernetes environments.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, on-premises environment.
• A continuous learning mindset to keep up with the evolving Kubernetes ecosystem.
• Attention to detail when configuring and managing on-premises Kubernetes resources.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues within our on premises systems.
  
  

Requirements

• Diploma & Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• [Optional: Relevant certifications, e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)].
• Experience with on-premises infrastructure and data centers.
  
  

Additional Information

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.

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