Kubernetes Migration Technical Lead

Responsibilities

• Kubernetes Migration Leadership & Strategy
• Lead end-to-end Kubernetes and container platform migration initiatives to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Define container modernization strategies including replatforming and microservices adoption.
• Oversee migration lifecycle including assessment, design, deployment, validation, cutover, and stabilization.
• Ensure technical integrity and governance of container migration workstreams.
• Define best practices for container architecture, scalability, resilience, and security.
• Collaborate with application teams, DevOps, and stakeholders to align migration outcomes with business objectives.
• Container Platform Architecture & Engineering
• Design and implement AKS environments, including cluster architecture, networking, and ingress configurations.
• Oversee containerization using Docker and Kubernetes best practices.
• Manage deployment strategies using Helm charts, YAML manifests, and GitOps approaches.
• Define and implement observability, logging, and monitoring frameworks.
• Drive adoption of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation practices.
• CI/CD & DevOps Integration
• Lead integration of CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.) for containerized workloads.
• Ensure automated build, test, and deployment processes for Kubernetes environments.
• Promote DevOps best practices and continuous delivery models.
• Advanced Technical Support & Operations
• Work independently to resolve escalated incidents and service requests within SLA timelines.
• Provide fourth-level support for complex Kubernetes, container, and cloud-related issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes.
• Act as escalation point for critical business-impacting incidents.
• Proactively identify issues and drive preventive measures.
• Service Delivery & Continuous Improvement
• Ensure delivery of contracted managed services outcomes and operational excellence.
• Support, track, and document change implementation activities.
• Drive automation initiatives to optimize operations and reduce manual effort.
• Conduct quality audits and improve service delivery processes.
• Support disaster recovery planning and operational readiness for container platforms.
• Stakeholder Management & Team Leadership
• Engage with stakeholders across business and IT functions.
• Mentor and coach L1-L3 engineers and Kubernetes engineers, building team capability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including cloud, networking, security, and DevOps.
• Support project delivery activities alongside operational responsibilities.
• Required Skills & Qualifications:
• 8-12 years of overall infrastructure/platform engineering experience.
• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Azure container platforms.
• Strong expertise in:
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Kubernetes administration and architecture
• Docker and containerization
• Helm charts and ingress controllers
• CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Bicep, etc.)
• Observability and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, etc.)
• Proven experience in enterprise container platform migration projects.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across cloud-native environments.
• Key Competencies :
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in complex, high-pressure environments.
• Strategic thinking with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Customer-focused mindset with commitment to service excellence.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional technical teams.
• Qualifications and Certifications :
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Preferred certifications:
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) / CKAD
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate
• DevOps certifications (Azure DevOps, GitHub, etc.)
• Additional cloud-native and container certifications are advantageous.
• Workplace type :
• About NTT DATA
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Additional Information

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive. The Kubernetes Migration Technical Lead is a senior engineering role responsible for leading container platform and Kubernetes migration initiatives to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). This role oversees container modernization strategy, CI/CD integration, ingress and networking architecture, workload migration, and operational readiness. In addition, the role operates within a managed services environment, providing advanced (L4) technical support for complex escalations while ensuring service stability, performance, and continuous improvement across cloud-native platforms.

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