Offer summary

Qualifications:

Deep understanding of GKE and its advanced features, including security and networking., Expertise in service mesh configuration and management, particularly Istio., Strong knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes., Proficiency in automation tools, scripting languages, and GitLab CI/CD integration..

Key responsibilities:

Design and implement standardized runtime environments on GKE for security and scalability.

Configure and manage service mesh for traffic management and observability.

Develop automation for deploying applications using GitOps principles.

Ensure security of runtime environments through appropriate policies and access management.

Job description

Description

Join Our Innovative Team at Mile Two

Are you passionate about solving complex problems and creating cutting-edge technology solutions? Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your skills and creativity are valued and encouraged? If so, Mile Two might be the perfect fit for you!

At Mile Two, we are dedicated to developing advanced solutions that drive innovation and efficiency across various industries. Our team of experts works on projects leveraging the latest technologies to make a real impact for our government and commercial partners. We create seamless integrations between human expertise and advanced machine capabilities to solve complex challenges.

Our core values define who we are and guide everything we do:

Supported Autonomy: We empower our team members to take initiative and make decisions while providing the support they need to succeed.
Humble Expertise: We recognize and respect the knowledge and skills of each team member, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
Success is a Team Effort: We believe that collaboration and teamwork are essential to achieving our goals and delivering exceptional results.
Tangible Results: We are driven by the desire to create real, measurable impacts through our work, ensuring that our solutions make a difference.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that challenge you and help you grow professionally. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, competitive benefits, and numerous opportunities for career advancement. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and be part of something extraordinary, we invite you to explore our current job openings and apply today.

Focus: Building and securing the foundational layer of the cloud infrastructure, including the GitLab infrastructure utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC.

Responsibilities:

Design and implement standardized runtime environments on GKE, leveraging GKE Enterprise features for security and scalability.
Configure and manage service mesh (Istio) for traffic management, security, and observability within the runtime environments.
Develop and implement automation for deploying and managing applications within the runtime environments, using GitOps principles.
Optimize runtime environments for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency, collaborating with application teams to understand their needs.
Ensure the security of the runtime environments by implementing appropriate security policies, network controls, and access management.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of GitOps pipelines for deploying and managing applications in the runtime environments.
Integrate GitLab CI/CD pipelines with GitOps tools (e.g., Argo CD) for automated deployments and rollbacks.
Implement security and compliance checks within GitLab CI/CD pipelines to ensure secure deployments.
Collaborate with development teams to optimize their use of GitLab and GitOps for application development and deployment.

Requirements

Deep understanding of GKE and its advanced features, including security, networking, and cluster management.
Expertise in service mesh configuration and management for optimizing application performance and security.
Strong understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their application in building scalable runtime environments.
Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages for managing and deploying applications.
Deeper understanding of GitLab CI/CD and its integration with GitOps workflows.
Proficiency in using GitLab for source code management, issue tracking, and collaboration.
Working knowledge of container runtimes and microservice architecture
Working knowledge of advanced zero-trust concepts and their implementation in GCP, including Access Context Manager, IAP, and Private Service Connect, to secure access to the runtime environments.

Required Certifications: