Chief Kubernetes Engineer (Hybrid, Vilnius)

About the role

We are seeking a Chief Kubernetes Engineer to lead the design, automation, and evolution of a large‑scale Kubernetes platform across private and public clouds, with a strong focus on AWS EKS. The role is hybrid, based in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Key responsibilities

• Design, build, and support Kubernetes platforms in AWS (EKS).
• Develop infrastructure automation using Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD tools.
• Improve platform reliability, security, and observability.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and optimise operations.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.
• Contribute to the platform roadmap and drive engineering best practices.

Required profile

• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, including AWS EKS.
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes or OpenShift.
• Experience with AWS services such as VPC, EC2, IAM, S3, Route 53, Load Balancers, Lambda, and Storage.
• Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar DevOps/IaC tools.
• Good understanding of cloud security and observability.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Upper‑intermediate English or higher.

Required skills

• Kubernetes (AWS EKS)
• OpenShift
• AWS services (VPC, EC2, IAM, S3, Route 53, Load Balancers, Lambda, Storage)
• Terraform
• Ansible
• Azure DevOps
• GitHub Actions
• Cloud security
• Observability

What we offer

• Gross monthly salary: €4,960–€7,440, depending on experience.
• Hybrid work model.
• Professional development and certification opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and well‑being benefits.
• Additional paid leave and competitive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on large‑scale cloud‑native infrastructure with modern technologies.