About the Company

KX

About KX:

At KX, we build time-series, vector-native database solutions that enable customers to unlock knowledge and predictive power for real-time decision-making. By supporting both unstructured and structured data, KX enhances applications with transformative speed, scalability, and low computing costs. Customers across financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, life sciences, and aerospace sectors leverage KX to handle vast time-series datasets, improve operational efficiency, accelerate discovery, and boost situational awareness. With over 30 years of success, KX operates from more than 15 offices globally across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

About the Role

Role Overview:

As a Senior DevOps Engineer at KX, you will play a key role in automating deployments, maintaining CI/CD workflows, and managing cloud and Kubernetes infrastructures. This position demands hands-on experience with GitOps, advanced scripting, and strong cloud expertise to ensure the seamless deployment and scalability of our applications and services.

Responsibilities

• Utilise GitOps tools like ArgoCD for automating deployments of applications and test environments.
• Deploy and maintain ArgoCD applications and develop utilities to query ArgoCD API as part of CI automation.
• Create and maintain CI/CD workflows for automating application deployments and DevOps tasks using tools like GitLab CI.
• Develop reusable CI templates and scripts (BASH/Python) for scalable and efficient deployment processes.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot workloads on Kubernetes (AWS EKS) and use Helm and Helmfile for deployment.
• Implement vClusters on Kubernetes, supporting advanced multi-tenancy configurations.
• Script using Python and BASH and utilise YAML and JSON parsers (e.g., yq, jq) to handle complex DevOps tasks.
• Integrate and automate using AWS CLI in automation scripts, maintaining best practices for cloud infrastructure management.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience with GitOps tools (e.g., ArgoCD) and CI tools (e.g., GitLab CI) for streamlined automation.
• Strong scripting skills, particularly in Python and BASH, and proficiency with YAML and JSON parsers.
• Solid knowledge of Kubernetes (AWS EKS preferred) and experience with Helm and Helmfile for application deployment.
• Proven experience with AWS or other cloud providers, with familiarity using AWS CLI in automation scripts.
• Ability to develop and implement CI/CD pipelines and automate processes across DevOps environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills, a collaborative mindset, and a keen eye for continuous improvement opportunities.

Pay range and compensation package

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience, aligned with our pay policy and market standards.
• Tailored training and skills development, supporting your growth and career progression.
• Generous annual leave policy, private healthcare (including family coverage), and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Parental benefits that include maternity and paternity packages.
• Opportunities to give back through the 'KX For Good' Programme, with dedicated volunteer days for community impact.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Why Choose KX?

At KX, we're not just a team; we're a family! We offer flexible work hours, competitive pay, and an inclusive culture that celebrates individuality. Curiosity drives us, and we prioritise continuous learning and community engagement. Be part of a dynamic, rewarding environment where your contributions are recognised and celebrated.

Don't wait! Join the KX family and help shape the future of technology.