Kubernetes Engineer

Job ID: 112709
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania  [On-Site]
Category: Infrastructure
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 05/27/2026
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Role Summary

A Kubernetes Platform Engineer specializing in Voice Services Modernization will lead the design, deployment, and operational support of cloud-native infrastructure for critical voice applications. This senior-level role is responsible for transforming legacy VM-based voice middleware into scalable, resilient Kubernetes environments. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless migration, automation, and optimized performance of voice services in cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Assess existing voice application infrastructure, dependencies, and VM-based deployment environments to inform modernization strategies
  • Design and implement Kubernetes-based architectures tailored for low-latency and high-availability voice workloads
  • Containerize voice middleware and backend applications, establishing scalable deployment and orchestration strategies
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate testing, deployment, and lifecycle management of voice services
  • Create infrastructure automation scripts using Ansible and Terraform to support rapid provisioning and updates
  • Deploy, configure, and support Kubernetes clusters across cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, GCP, OpenStack, or OpenShift
  • Implement observability solutions such as centralized logging, monitoring, alerting, and dashboards to ensure system health and performance
  • Apply operational best practices covering security, resiliency, scalability, and production readiness
  • Support migration planning, testing, validation, and production cutover activities to ensure minimal service disruption
  • Troubleshoot platform, application, and infrastructure issues in cloud-native environments, providing timely support
  • Develop operational documentation and conduct knowledge transfer sessions with engineering and operations teams
  • Collaborate with development, architecture, and operations teams to modernize legacy voice services and optimize deployment workflows

Qualifications

  • Proven expertise in Kubernetes administration, deployment, lifecycle management, and troubleshooting
  • Strong experience with Ansible, including role and playbook development
  • Extensive experience in CI/CD pipeline creation, automation, and deployment strategies
  • Proficiency in cloud platform management including AWS, Azure, GCP, or OpenStack
  • Skilled in Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform
  • Experience with monitoring, logging, dashboarding, and alerting platforms like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, or Datadog
  • Programming or scripting skills, with Python preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to support production applications and troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues
  • Deep understanding of high-availability and low-latency application architectures
  • Knowledge of telecom and voice technologies such as SIP, SBCs, IMS, or voice middleware is advantageous
  • Familiarity with cloud-native migration strategies from VM environments
  • Experience with GitOps practices and modern deployment methodologies
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
  • “In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Publishing Pay Range: $50.00 – $55.00 USD Hourly

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.

About GDH:
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, “We care about people,” isn’t just a tagline – it’s the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women’s services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee’s life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!  For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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