AKS System Engineer (relocation to Belgium)

We are seeking a highly skilled Operational/System Engineer with expertise in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Istio Service Mesh willing to relocate and join our Client's team in Brussels, Belgium.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in managing and optimizing Kubernetes environments and a proven track record of implementing and maintaining Istio-based service meshes. This is a unique opportunity to work with a talented team of architects and engineers, contribute to an exciting cloud migration project, and help design and support critical cloud-based solutions for a large IT environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with technical architects and operational engineers to assist with the setup and automation of a shared Azure Kubernetes environment.
• Automate deployment processes and integrate various applications into the AKS platform using Istio Service Mesh.
• Deploy and configure Istio to interconnect hundreds of microservices while ensuring seamless integration with Azure resources, on-premises systems, and external applications.
• Collaborate with an external contractor, validate architecture decisions, and define solutions and technical standards.
• Ensure the platform is robust, manageable, secure, and well-documented.
• Provide support and guidance to development teams migrating to Azure Cloud and help ensure smooth integration into the service mesh.
• Train operational teams to use the platform, assist with installations in higher environments, and help debug and resolve issues.

Required Skills and Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience as a System Engineer or Operational Engineer in managing IT systems.
• Strong background in Azure Kubernetes (AKS) cluster management and optimization.
• Proven expertise in Istio Service Mesh, including deployment, configuration, and management in large-scale IT environments.
• Deep knowledge of Kubernetes architecture, including its components (e.g., API Server, etcd, and Controllers).
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and related operational tasks.
• Strong understanding of Azure Identity Management and Access Control principles.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, PowerShell, or Bicep.
• Familiarity with Azure CLI and other automation tools in the Azure ecosystem.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as GitHub, GitLab, or Azure DevOps.
• Advanced skills in ArgoCD and Helm for configuration management and application deployment.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a diverse and distributed team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in Kubernetes (CKA, CKAD) or Microsoft Azure (AZ-104, AZ-303).
• Security Certification on Azure (e.g., AZ-1002, AZ-1003).
• Exposure to other service mesh solutions such as Linkerd or Consul.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Dynatrace and logging tools like Splunk.
• Familiarity with cloud-native security practices and security tools.

Why Join Us?

• Employment, Indefinite Contract from the start.
• Great relocation package.
• Health Insurance.
• Hybrid work model: 2 days on-site, 3 days remote.
• Access to Udemy Business subscription with thousands of workshops and courses.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Engagement in diverse and challenging projects to keep you motivated and enhance your skills.

About Us:

Join a dynamic and highly skilled team of architects and engineers, and contribute to the critical Azure Cloud Migration project. Help define and implement a robust, enterprise-level cloud platform and service mesh solution that will become a cornerstone of the organization's IT infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to enhance your expertise, work on cutting-edge technologies, and collaborate with internal experts and external vendors on a project of strategic significance.

Interested?

We encourage you to apply and join our mission to implement future-ready cloud solutions and manage cutting-edge service mesh architectures!