OpenShift Engineer

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Working at Kyndryl means working on progress. We design, build, manage and modernize information systems that the world depends on every day.

As for an OpenShift Engineer, building and managing the Container Platform, together with your colleagues, is your domain. You are the source of information for first- and second-line support in this area. The expert everyone turns to when they have questions. You help them with pleasure and drive. Your problem-solving skills come in handy in collaboration with the development teams, when providing technical guidance on Container onboarding and server security projects. Together you ensure that the configuration is always up-to-date and secure.

This also means that you are vigilant when it comes to the performance and availability of the IT infrastructure. You analyze possible problems and propose improvements and solutions. If necessary, you can immerse yourself completely in the complex architecture and security. You even offer incidental third-line support to IT infrastructure teams, if necessary.

What’s in it for you?
It’s an exciting time to join Kyndryl Consult, the growth engine for Kyndryl. We accelerate transformation for our customers by deploying our consultants and technical specialists on high-impact assignments which align technology to business outcomes – always underpinned by our decades of deep engineering expertise, and intimacy with our customer’s technology and business.

As an OpenShift Engineer, you will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with diverse teams across multiple industries, and contribute to significant infrastructure projects that challenge and enhance your skills. Additionally, the supportive and inclusive work environment, coupled with opportunities for professional growth and development, adds to the excitement of joining this role.

Your Future at Kyndryl
At Kyndryl, we work with clients in a variety of industries and markets, so whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

The growth path for an OpenShift Engineer typically progresses through several stages, each focusing on deeper technical expertise, leadership, and broader organizational impact:

• Architect - Design scalable, secure DevOps architectures, evaluate new technologies, and align technology strategies with business goals.

• Consultant - Serve as a client advisor, manage projects, and contribute to thought leadership in DevOps practices and solutions.

What do we offer?

• Enjoy a competitive salary that recognizes your skills and contributions, ensuring your financial well-being and rewarding your hard work. We offer a gross monthly salary of a minimum of €5.215 to €6.858. The salary offer may even exceed this range depending on the skills and capabilities you can bring to the team. You are eligible for two semi-annual salary payments to be paid along with the June and December salary (holiday allowance and 13th-month bonus).

• Collaborative Environment - Work together with skilled and dedicated colleagues who are committed to excellence.

• Opportunity to Work with Cutting-Edge Technologies - Engage with the latest and most advanced technologies, keeping you at the forefront of innovation and technical expertise.

• Work on Large-Footprint Critical Infrastructure Projects - Participate in significant and impactful infrastructure projects that challenge your skills and allow you to contribute to essential and large-scale initiatives.

• Education Programs and Certifications - Broaden and deepen your knowledge through various educational programs and certifications.

• Career Opportunities - Explore various career opportunities depending on your experience and interests.

• Open and Inclusive Culture - Thrive in an open and inclusive work environment that values diversity and collaboration.

• Social Activities - Join the Kyndryl Social Club, which regularly organizes drinks and other fun activities.

• Volunteer Opportunities - Take advantage of the "Kyndryl Cares" program, which allows you to volunteer one day a year at no cost to you.

• Flexible Working Hours and Remote Work - Enjoy the flexibility to organize your working hours and work from home.

• Necessary Work Tools - Receive the tools you need to do your job, including a mobile phone for private use and a choice of a MacBook or Lenovo laptop.

• Monthly Internet Allowance - Benefit from a monthly internet allowance to support your remote work needs.

• Pension Contributions - Automatically affiliate with the SPIN pension fund and receive a contribution to your pension.

• Extensive Leave Arrangements - Benefit from extensive arrangements for partner leave, among other leave options.

Who You Are

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• At least 7 years of experience with scripting or programming.

• Communication skills: you enjoy working in a team, although you can also work independently and communicate your progress well.

• Critical view: your engineering experience keeps you critical of possible opportunities.

• Cloud and CloudNative mindset

• Security mindset

• You have practical experience with:

o    Container technology: Redhat OpenShift and other Kubernetes variants

o    Docker, CRI-O

o    Linux

o    Networking

o    Security and other integrations

As this role is dedicated to supporting our distinguished customers in the Netherlands, proficiency in Dutch is a prerequisite for this opportunity.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Building a container platform based on OpenShift technology.

• Building and implementing multicluster management with Redhat Advanced Cluster Management.

• Knowledge of other OpenShift modules such as RHODF, RHACS

• Cloud: IaaS, PaaS.

• Automation tools such as Ansible or Gitlab.

• Observability and tools such as Elastic, Prometheus, rafana, OpenTracing

• Scripting in Perl, Python, Shell Scripting, Ruby and/or Power CLI ITIL processes.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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