DevOps / Kubernetes Engineer (relocation to Belgium)
Designs, deploys, and secures large-scale Kubernetes clusters on-prem and in the cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), automating with Terraform/Ansible/Pulumi, monitoring with Prometheus/Grafana/ELK, and applying GitOps (Helm, ArgoCD). Requires 5+ years of production K8s experience and relocation to Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Portugal
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Devops
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Minimum 5 years managing Kubernetes services in production environments
- Proven experience deploying and operating large-scale Kubernetes clusters
- Deep understanding of Docker, Podman, and orchestration principles
- Proficiency in Terraform, Ansible, or Pulumi (IaC)
- Hands-on experience with AWS (EKS), Azure (AKS), or GCP (GKE)
- Knowledge of VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization
- Experience with Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK stack
- Familiarity with Helm, ArgoCD, and GitOps workflows
- Working knowledge of S3, MinIO, Nooba, and software-defined storage
- Strong scripting skills in Bash or Python for automation
- Experience with a service mesh such as Istio or Linkerd
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable working in agile environments
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, cross-functional settings
- Must have resided in Portugal for at least the past 5 years
- Portuguese citizenship is mandatory
- Must be prepared to obtain NATO or EU security clearance upon accepting the offer
Full description
DevOps / Kubernetes Engineer (relocation to Belgium)
We are looking for a Kubernetes Engineer who is willing to relocate to join our Client’s team in Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium.
At Hexa Consulting, we’re more than an IT consulting company — we’re a place where tech talent grows. Based in Portugal, we value transparency and a people-first approach, helping professionals take their next big step in IT. Our mission is to build strong connections and support the growth of every team member. With projects in Nearshore, Time & Material, Service Management, and Tech Academies, you’ll find opportunities to learn, innovate, and advance your career.
- Candidate must have resided in Portugal for at least the past 5 years.
- Portuguese citizenship is mandatory.
- Candidate must be prepared to obtain NATO or EU security clearance upon accepting the job offer (with Hexa coordination).
Location & Work Model
- Work Model: Hybrid
Key Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and manage highly available, secure, and scalable Kubernetes clusters in on-premises or cloud environments.
- Containerize applications and support their deployment, focusing on performance and resource optimization.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, or Pulumi.
- Set up and maintain monitoring and logging using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK stack.
- Analyze and optimize cluster performance; identify and resolve system bottlenecks.
- Enforce Kubernetes security best practices and respond to incidents and vulnerabilities.
- Troubleshoot complex issues related to Kubernetes and containerized workloads.
- Collaborate closely with development, security, and operations teams to promote DevSecOps and GitOps practices.
Requirements
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years managing Kubernetes services in production environments.
- Proven experience in deploying and operating large-scale Kubernetes clusters.
Technical Skills
- Containerization: Deep understanding of Docker, Podman, and orchestration principles.