Senior OpenShift SysAdmin | BPCE-IT

Location: Porto, Porto, pt

Company Description

Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide. 
As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas — Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management — as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group. 
With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.  
A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled OpenShift and Kubernetes SysAdmin to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing and supporting OpenShift and Kubernetes environments, with a strong focus on administration, image management, project integration, and automation. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and performance of our clusters while actively participating in infrastructure improvements and automation efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the health of OpenShift and Kubernetes clusters and engage in necessary corrective actions as needed.
• Respond promptly to support ticket requests, ensuring effective resolution of issues.
• Perform updates and upgrades on OpenShift and Kubernetes clusters in accordance with best practices.
• Install new OpenShift clusters following existing procedures and standards.
• Plan and declare changes related to application constraints, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Update and refine Day 2 OpenShift processes for ongoing improvement.
• Monitor capacity planning to anticipate and accommodate future needs.
• Participate in a weekly on-call rotation to provide support and maintenance.

• Build "Factory" images from the base images of the Red Hat catalog, utilizing Dockerfile and Jenkins pipelines, along with image patching techniques.

• Collaborate on studying new business needs and translating them into technical requirements.
• Integrate infrastructure applications into the Day 2 operations process, enhancing overall efficiency.

• Contribute to the evolution of operational dashboards and morning checks, focusing on development and enhancements.
• Enhance monitoring capabilities by adding specific controls and features to existing systems.
• Assist with development and automation tasks across the entire OpenShift scope, driving increased efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in OpenShift 4.X and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with ArgoCD, Helm, Grafana, and Prometheus for deployment and monitoring.
• Experience with Red Hat Advanced Cluster Management (RHACM).
• Proficiency in automation using Ansible and programming/scripting in Python.
• Solid understanding of version control using Git.
• Linux system administration experience is required.

Additional Information

Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are commit to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.