IT Specialist - Kubernetes
Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 55 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators. Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise and Government users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art Satellite fleet consists of 12 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
We are looking for an IT Specialist with expertise in Kubernetes to manage and optimize our containerized applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in deploying, scaling, and troubleshooting Kubernetes clusters both on-prem and in the public cloud, along with a solid understanding of cloud and bare-metal infrastructure. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Responsibilities Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters across various environments
Monitor and optimize the performance of containerized applications
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Kubernetes and container orchestration
Collaborate with development teams to design scalable and reliable applications
Ensure security and compliance within Kubernetes environments
Automate infrastructure provisioning using tools like Terraform or Ansible
Conduct regular system audits and performance tuning
Develop and maintain documentation for Kubernetes configurations and processes
Stay updated with the latest Kubernetes features and best practices to continuously improve the infrastructure
Nice-To-Have Certifications CNCF Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
Education and Experience Required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Proven experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
Strong knowledge of Docker and containerization technologies
Three years of proven experience with Azure and its Kubernetes service
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g, Jenkins, GitLab)
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong technical communication and collaboration skills
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP)
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