Azure Kubernetes Engineer

**Job Location: Remote, USA (Comfortable to work in PST)** We are seeking a dynamic **Azure Kubernetes Engineer** to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Azure Kubernetes, Azure Administration, Terraform, Python, Azure Data Factory. The candidate will play a crucial role in designing and implementing cloud solutions that align with our business objectives. **About Cognizant's CIS Practice:** Cognizant's CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success. **In this role, you will:** + Build new AKS Clusters and upgrade existing AKS Clusters to the latest Kube version + Build and Deploy Namespaces, Resource Groups on Azure + Troubleshoot & Fix Azure Kubernetes Services issues with Pods, Nodes, Quotas, etc + Build Linux & Windows VMs, Harden & Secure the VM + Deploy Azure NSGs, Log Analytics Workspaces, Key Vaults, etc + Exposure on Azure Data Factory, Synapse, PostGres + Work closely with Microsoft on upcoming features in Azure + Troubleshoot and fix any Azure Platform issues + Manage & Troubleshoot all Active Directory, DNS and related issues on Cloud & On-Premises + Good level of expertise in Azure CLI & Powershell for automation + Good level of exposure to all Azure technologies like Kubernetes, CI-CD, Keyvault, GIT Hub, etc + Interact with team members from onsite and offshore and also other stakeholders on requirement gathering, coding, implementation and continuous improvements to code + Promote innovation, creative thinking, communication, and collaboration among team members + Familiar with Agile development and continuous delivery methodologies **What you'll need to succeed (required skills):** + 8-10 years of experience with Azure Kubernetes. + Good Exposure to Terraform & Python + Must have a bachelor's degree in science or equivalent experience. At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role. Applications will be accepted until Nov 23 rd 2025. **Salary and Benefits** : Compensation is offered between $90,000-$115,000 per year. Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: - Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance - Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off - 401(k) plan and contributions - Long-term/Short-term Disability - Paid Parental Leave Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.