TRT is recruiting for an On-site Platform Engineer in Singapore who is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of container orchestration platforms to ensure applications are scalable, reliable, and secure. This is a core cloud application for our telecommunication clients which combines expertise in development, operations, and security.
Core Responsibilities
Cluster Management:
Design, deploy, and maintain Kubernetes clusters across various environments, including on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud platforms like AWS (EKS), Azure (AKS), and Google Cloud (GKE).
Automation and CI/CD:
Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines (using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, Argo CD) and use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles with tools like Terraform and Helm to automate deployments and infrastructure management.
Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
Implement comprehensive observability stacks using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) stack to monitor cluster health, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure performance optimization.
Security and Compliance:
Enforce security best practices, including implementing role-based access control (RBAC), network policies, vulnerability scanning, and secure secrets management.
Collaboration:
Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration, smooth deployment workflows, and adherence to organizational policies.
Documentation and Training:
Create and maintain detailed documentation and provide training and support to other teams on Kubernetes usage and best practices.
Essential Skills \& Qualifications
Technical Skills:
Kubernetes Expertise:
Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture, components, networking, and storage.
Containerization:
Proficiency with container technologies like Docker, containerd, and CRI-O.
Cloud Platforms:
Experience with major cloud providers and their managed Kubernetes services.
Programming/Scripting:
Skills in Bash, Python, or Go for automation and tool development.
IaC Tools:
Knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, Helm, or Kustomize.
Certifications (Preferred):
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)
Prerequisites:
Strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to troubleshooting distributed systems.
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
A commitment to continuous learning in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail with a strong client-first mindset
Apply critical thinking and sound independent judgment consistently
Understand that competitive compensation comes with higher expectations and accountability
Perform effectively in fast-paced, high-ownership environments
Take initiative, work independently, and deliver with minimal supervision
Are committed to continuous improvement and long-term professional growth
This role is at the forefront of our clients telco cloud-native technology in Singapore and offers excellent long term career growth opportunities into senior platform architect or technical leadership positions.