Kubernetes Engineer

Kubernetes Engineer At Cummins, we are powering a world that's always on. As a Kubernetes Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of container orchestration solutions that support our global development teams. You'll work with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, secure, and cloud-native systems that accelerate innovation through DevOps, Continuous Delivery, and automation. This is a hands-on engineering role with significant influence over system architecture, developer experience, and platform reliability. *Description for Candidates Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL. We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place, and work with today's most innovative thinkers to solve the world's toughest problems. We believe in flexibility, allowing you to explore your passions while making a meaningful impact through our inclusive workforce. That's what #LifeAtCummins is all about. We are looking for a talented Kubernetes Engineer to join our Enterprise Platforms team in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX. Job Summary At Cummins, we are powering a world that's always on. As a Kubernetes Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of container orchestration solutions that support our global development teams. You'll work with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, secure, and cloud-native systems that accelerate innovation through DevOps, Continuous Delivery, and automation. This is a hands-on engineering role with significant influence over system architecture, developer experience, and platform reliability. Key Responsibilities Design and implement high-availability Kubernetes infrastructure across cloud (EKS, AKS) and/or on-premises platforms (e.g., OpenShift). Drive continuous improvement in the Continuous Delivery Pipeline using tools like GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, Helm, JFrog, and Argo Workflows. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, enabling automated, scalable deployments. Administer and optimize Kubernetes clusters, using tools such as Karpenter (auto-scaling), Kyverno (policy enforcement), and service meshes like Istio or Linkerd. Define and implement non-functional requirements (security, performance, availability, etc.) for Kubernetes workloads. Collaborate with Product Teams and Architects to align infrastructure with business needs, ensuring reusable, modular components. Participate in Agile ceremonies including PI Planning, Solution Reviews, and Inspect and Adapt events. Guide the enablement of internal developer portals (e.g., Backstage, Spacelift, Humanitec) to enhance developer productivity and DevEx. Lead technical evaluations of commercial vs custom solutions, considering security, cost, and long-term scalability. Advocate for and apply Lean-Agile and SAFe principles, supporting decentralized decision-making and continuous delivery. *Qualifications and Competencies Education, Licenses, Certifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience). Relevant cloud and DevOps certifications preferred: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure certifications Docker, Puppet, Terraform, or GitHub certifications CompTIA or other infrastructure/security credentials (preferred) Experience Required 5–8 years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years working directly with Kubernetes in an administrator or platform engineer role. Experience managing Kubernetes clusters with tools such as EKS, AKS, or OpenShift. Strong experience with GitHub, including managing workflows and code pipelines. Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, JFrog) and IaC with Terraform. Nice to have: Familiarity with Kubernetes ecosystem tools such as Karpenter, Kyverno, and service mesh technologies (Istio/Linkerd). Experience developing or supporting an Internal Developer Portal is a plus. Prior experience as an IT Architect or working in an Agile enterprise environment is preferred. Core Competencies Agile Systems Thinking & Architecture – Design resilient, scalable architectures using modern DevOps principles. Continuous Delivery & Automation – Champion CI/CD pipelines and automation to enable rapid, safe deployments. Communication & Collaboration – Work cross-functionally with engineering, business, and security teams globally. Cloud & DevSecOps Expertise – Deep understanding of cloud-native tooling, infrastructure security, and compliance standards. Innovation & Problem Solving – Identify opportunities to enhance platform performance and developer efficiency. Business & Global Insight – Align technical strategies with business outcomes and global IT frameworks. English proficiency sufficient for professional communication Unique Job Requirements Must be comfortable operating in a global, highly matrixed environment, aligning with both enterprise-wide architecture and localized DevOps practices. Expected to play a strategic and tactical role, balancing long-term architecture goals with short-term delivery needs. Ability to coach teams on DevOps best practices, promote reusability, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. May require travel or working across global time zones to collaborate with distributed teams. This position may require compliance with export control regulations—applicants must be eligible as per applicable laws.