DataFielder is a woman-minority owned staffing and consulting services agency. Our mission is to provide organizations with exceptional talent while advocating for diverse and underrepresented groups in the industry through data-driven insights.

We are seeking a highly skilled Solutions Architect to join a dynamic team. As a Solutions Architect, you will play a critical role in designing and maintaining Kubernetes-based infrastructure.This is a long-term contract with a hybrid -work structure requiring two days on-site in either New York, NY, or Stamford, CT.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of Kubernetes clusters, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
• Design and manage the cloud network infrastructure, optimizing performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement IaC principles to automate and streamline the deployment and management of Kubernetes resources.
• Collaborate with the security team to ensure the highest level of security and compliance standards within the Kubernetes environment.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues related to Kubernetes and cloud networking, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Maintain thorough documentation of architecture, configurations, and procedures for reference and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, development, and infrastructure teams, to align technology solutions with business goals.

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 10+ years of experience as a Solutions Architect, with a strong focus on Kubernetes architecture.
  • Extensive expertise in cloud networking, including experience with major cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Previous experience working in the finance industry is highly preferred.
  • Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar.
  • Strong knowledge of containerization technologies, including Docker.
  • Experience with Kubernetes monitoring, logging, and alerting tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and interact with stakeholders.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator - CKA) are a plus.