Containerization Engineer - Windows Server Applications
The Containerization Engineer will be responsible for implementing and supporting container-based solutions for Windows Server applications. You will work closely with development and operations teams to containerize existing Windows-based applications, optimize container performance, and establish best practices for container deployment and management.
- Design and implement containerization strategies for Windows Server applications using Docker, containerd, and other container technologies.
- Migrate traditional Windows Server applications to containerized environments.
- Create and maintain Dockerfiles, container images, and related configuration files.
- Develop CI/CD pipelines for building, testing, and deploying Windows containers.
- Troubleshoot container-related issues across development and production environments.
- Collaborate with development teams to optimize applications for container-based deployment.
- Implement container orchestration solutions (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm, etc.) for Windows workloads.
- Establish and document best practices for Windows container security, networking, and storage.
- Monitor container performance and implement optimization strategies.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers on containerization practices.
- Work closely with Security group to Implement security controls for environment hardening and resolving vulnerabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, other relevant field, or equivalent relevant experience; Master's Degree preferred.
- Security+ Cert is required or must be obtained within 90 days of role start.
- 8-15 years of experience in Systems Engineering/Analysis. Specifically, 3-5 years of experience in IT operations, DevOps, or software engineering and 2+ years of experience with containerization technologies (Docker, containerd, etc.)
Other Job Specific Skills
- Experience with Kubernetes for Windows workloads.
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration and architecture.
- Experience containerizing Windows-based applications.
- Familiarity with container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm).
- Understanding of CI/CD principles and implementation.
- Working knowledge of infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell DSC).
- Experience with version control systems (Git).
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of hybrid container environments (Windows and Linux).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
- Experience with application modernization and refactoring.
- Understanding of microservices architecture.
- Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools for containerized applications.
- Relevant certifications (Docker Certified Associate, CKA, CKAD, etc.).
- Experience with .NET framework and applications