Software Engineer - Golang / Kubernetes

Your mission

• Kubernetes Operator Development: Design, develop, and maintain production-grade Kubernetes Operators using frameworks like Operator SDK or Kubebuilder to automate application lifecycle management and infrastructure orchestration.
• Custom Resource Design: Architect and implement Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) and controllers to extend the Kubernetes API
• Scheduler Plugin Engineering: Build and optimize custom scheduler plugins to refine workload placement strategies, addressing business-specific requirements such as cost-efficiency, latency reduction, or resource constraints.
• GPU Optimization: Develop, deploy, and manage DaemonSets that enable and execute optimizations on NVIDIA and AMD GPUs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with other engineering teams to embed custom solutions into the Kubernetes world
• Innovation & Ecosystem Engagement: Research emerging trends in the Kubernetes ecosystem (e.g., KEPs, upstream projects) and prototype innovative solutions to address evolving infrastructure challenges.

Your profile

• 3-5 years of experience in Software Engineering in Go
• Good grasp of Kubernetes internals, including controller patterns, reconciliation loops, and API extension via CRDs
• Familiarity with designing custom scheduling logic using Kubernetes scheduler plugins and extension points
• Solid understanding of GPU architectures and how to expose, manage, and optimize them in Kubernetes clusters
• Ability to collaborate across different teams to embed custom functionality into cluster workflows
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and working in modern software delivery workflows
• Proficiency in Bash and/or Python for basic scripting and automation tasks

Why us?

• Build something big: Help build and scale a fast-growing AI infrastructure startup
• Pay & perks: Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive, subsidized Deutschlandticket, and access to a discount portal
• Work your way: Flexible hours with hybrid and remote-friendly options
• Fast lanes, no red tape: Flat hierarchies and rapid decision-making mean ideas ship quickly
• Global team: Work with a diverse, international team across Germany and the USA
• Modern headquarters: Well-stocked office near the Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof, available on a hybrid basis or as a place to connect during our quarterly team workshops
• Top setup: Your choice of high-quality hardware and equipment
• Relocation support: We’ll help make your move to join us as smooth as possible

About Us

turbalance is an innovative, emerging startup that transforms AI laws. We are a team of passionate problem-solvers who believe in what we’re building. We constantly push boundaries and embrace our inner nerds as we find new ways to tackle complex challenges. You will find a dynamic work environment here, with flat or even non-existent hierarchies and the chance to take on responsibility from day one.

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