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Nutanix Senior Member of Technical Staff - 8+ YoE [Go/Python, K8 Development] in Bangalore, India
Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart.
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced software engineer with a strong background in Kubernetes, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring junior engineers? If so, you will thrive in a collaborative hybrid environment where you'll lead a talented team, work closely with U.S. counterparts, and play a pivotal role in shaping innovative projects at the forefront of technology.
About the Team
NKP is a complete, enterprise-grade, production-ready platform based on Kubernetes that serves modern applications. By taking the best of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) ecosystem, but providing it in an integrated and lifecycle-managed package, NKP delivers all the functionality necessary in production with a dramatically lowered TCO. NKP provides simplified Kubernetes operations, seamless application mobility, and integrated security and compliance. Platform engineers and IT admins can use NKP to keep all cloud native resources up-to-date with upgrades, patching, maintenance, and security. The technology and community in this industry are growing fast, new applications and solutions are coming to the market every day, new standards are becoming mature at full speed. Our NKP team also hunger for talent at the same time to stay competitive.
You will report to the Director of Engineering, who adopts a collaborative leadership style that encourages team involvement in decision-making and values open discussions. The manager emphasizes the importance of strong communication and problem-solving skills, aiming to build a supportive environment for both personal and professional development. The work setup is hybrid, with the expectation for employees to visit the office twice a week, although some may choose to come in three times a week based on their preferences and team needs.
This role does not require any travel, allowing the new hire to focus on their responsibilities within the local team while also collaborating effectively with their US counterparts through virtual meetings and communication tools.
Your Role
Lead and mentor a team of 3 to 4 junior engineers, fostering their professional growth.
Collaborate with US-based teams to understand project requirements and align on assignments.
Analyze product requirements and decompose them into manageable tasks for the engineering team.
Conduct code and design reviews to ensure high-quality software development standards.
Develop and manage applications within a Kubernetes environment, utilizing GitOps workflows.
Document software development processes, designs, and project specifications.
Facilitate agile practices within the team, promoting effective communication and teamwork.
Act as a bridge between the US and India teams, enhancing collaboration and project execution.
What You Will Bring
9 to 10 years of experience in a technical role, ideally in software development or engineering.
Strong proficiency in Kubernetes for application development and management.
Experience with Docker image management and Helm for application deployment.
Proficient in Git, GitOps workflows, and GitHub Actions.
Knowledge of programming languages, particularly Golang or Python.
Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, particularly in a hybrid work environment.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Linux environments.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer Nutanix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and (in the U.S.) an Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected by applicable law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of qualifications for the job to be filled. We strive to foster an inclusive working environment that enables all our Nutants to be themselves and to do great work in a safe and welcoming environment, free of unlawful discrimination, intimidation or harassment. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by contacting CandidateAccommodationRequests@nutanix.com.