Consultant - Cloud Operations

Lead the maintenance and enhancement of Kubernetes clusters to ensure exceptional cloud service performance and reliability, using automation and collaboration to solve technical challenges and support critical deployments.

• Maintain and upgrade Kubernetes clusters to ensure stability and performance.
• Monitor cluster health, resource utilization, and system metrics to proactively address issues.
• Deploy and manage containerized applications in cloud environments using best practices.
• Troubleshoot containers, networking, and service issues to minimize downtime.
• Participate in incident response and contribute to on-call activities as required.
• Document configurations, processes, and operational procedures clearly for team use.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams to support deployment and reliability efforts.
• Automate routine operational tasks through scripting and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.

You bring hands-on experience with container technologies like Docker and Podman and have managed Kubernetes/OpenShift or similar platforms. Proficient in Linux system administration and familiar with server infrastructure and networking concepts, you apply scripting skills to automate environments. Your background includes managing high-availability systems and disaster recovery scenarios, complemented by knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and cloud security best practices.

Your professional skills:

• Proven experience utilizing Docker and Podman technologies for container management.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing Kubernetes, OpenShift, or Rancher clusters, including upgrading and monitoring.
• Strong Linux system administration skills with hands-on mastery of OpenStack and KVM virtualization.
• Comprehensive understanding of server infrastructure components from providers like HPE and Dell.
• Knowledgeable in networking concepts such as VPNs, DNS, load balancing, routing, and firewall configuration.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash and Python to automate infrastructure tasks.
• Familiarity with high-availability setups and disaster recovery planning within cloud environments.
• Experience working with Infrastructure-as-Code tools, favoring Terraform, to provision and manage resources.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and delivery activities.
• Understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles and cloud security best practices.
• Proficient in Git version control for managing code and configuration artifacts.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as Proxmox and Nutanix enhances operational flexibility.
• Knowledge of VMware environments adds value to virtualization and cloud operations capabilities.
• Competent in monitoring toolsets including Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK Stack to track system performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), RHCSA, RHCE, or LFCS are desirable.

• Demonstrates effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
• Communicates technical information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
• Exhibits persistence in addressing technical challenges and delivering consistent outcomes.
• Manages time efficiently to handle tasks with shifting priorities and defined deadlines.
• Approaches problem-solving with a methodical and solution-oriented mindset.

Join Orange as a Consultant - Cloud Operations and contribute to building resilient, innovative cloud environments that drive the company s digital transformation. In this role, you will engage in challenging projects that leverage your technical expertise and adaptability, while working within a collaborative and supportive environment focused on professional growth and knowledge sharing.

• Global Opportunities: Work in multi-national teams with opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and customers from all over the world.
• Flexible Work Environment: Flexible working hours and possibility to combine work from office and home (hybrid ways of working).
• Professional Development: Training programs and upskilling/re-skilling opportunities.
• Career Growth: Internal growth and mobility opportunities within Orange.
• Caring and Daring Culture: Health and well-being programs and benefits, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR and employee connect events.
• Reward Programs: Employee Referral Program, Change Maker Awards.