Company Description

The Bosch group has more than 400 000 employees around the world, present in 60 countries, and we are proud to impact people’s lives and to work towards a more sustainable future.

Since its inception, Robert Bosch, SA, based in Lisbon, has proudly served as the cornerstone of the Bosch Group's presence in Portugal. We excel in providing essential central services such as Accounting, Procurement, Communications, Legal and Marketing, firmly establishing our reputation as a leader in critical domains like Information Technology and Industrial Consultancy. Moreover, our strong dedication to our most invaluable asset, our people, lies at the very core of our mission.

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities and perspectives. Everyone should bring their authenticity and work together respectfully. Bosch is an employer that values diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and in the performance of professional activity. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Kubernetes Cluster Administrator to manage and maintain large-scale on-premises Kubernetes clusters. This role is key to ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of the infrastructure that supports critical applications and services.

Main Responsibilities:

Deploy, manage, and maintain on-premises Kubernetes clusters;

Monitor cluster performance and availability to ensure high stability and resilience;

Ensure cluster security through RBAC, network policies, and secure configurations;

Optimize resource usage through effective pod scheduling and service configuration;

Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build and deployment;

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cluster operation and performance;

Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as patching, upgrading, and scaling;

Automate routine tasks using scripts and appropriate tools;

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless application integration.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree is a plus).

Experience:

Proven experience managing large-scale Kubernetes clusters in production environments;

Solid background in Linux system administration;

Experience with containerization technologies, especially Docker.

Know-how:

Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and components;

Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible);

Experience with Kubernetes-related tools such as Helm, Istio, and Prometheus;

Solid knowledge of networking protocols and security best practices;

Experience with monitoring and logging tools;

Understanding of CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI);

Knowledge of storage solutions and persistent volumes in Kubernetes is a plus.

Languages:

Fluent in English (spoken and written);

Knowledge of other languages is an advantage.

Working Style and Methods:

Structured and methodical approach to problem-solving;

Comfortable working with automation and scripting;

Strong focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Personality:

Proactive, detail-oriented, and self-motivated;

Strong sense of ownership and responsibility;

Good communication and collaboration skills;

Ability to work well in a team and adapt to changing environments.

Additional Information

Work #LikeABosch includes: 

⚖️ Flexible work conditions