Senior Engineer- Container Platforms

About Us

Core42, a leader in AI-powered cloud and digital infrastructure, is driving transformative technology solutions globally. Leveraging advanced resources and partnerships, Core42 empowers clients to harness sovereign AI infrastructure, especially in sectors with stringent regulatory needs. With a mission to redefine digital transformation, we combine sovereign capabilities with scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, positioning itself at the forefront of AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Container Platform Engineer to support the deployment, automation, optimization, and operational management of Kubernetes and OpenShift platforms across enterprise environments.

In this role, you will work closely with platform architects, infrastructure teams, DevOps teams, and security teams to deliver scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native platforms supporting enterprise applications, managed services, and AI-driven workloads.

Key Responsibilities

Container Platform Engineering

• Deploy, configure, upgrade, and manage Kubernetes and OpenShift clusters across private and hybrid cloud environments
• Implement scalable, resilient, and secure container platform solutions aligned with architectural and operational standards
• Support lifecycle management and operational maturity of platform services

Automation & Infrastructure as Code

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks using Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools
• Support GitOps workflows, CI/CD integrations, and platform automation initiatives
• Improve operational efficiency through standardization and automation

Monitoring, Reliability & Operations

• Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability solutions
• Support capacity planning, performance optimization, scalability, and resiliency initiatives
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform, networking, storage, and orchestration issues

Security & Compliance

• Ensure Kubernetes and OpenShift environments comply with security standards and operational best practices
• Support secure platform configurations, access management, and operational governance controls
• Contribute to platform hardening and compliance initiatives

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with architects, DevOps teams, and application teams to improve developer experience and platform adoption
• Evaluate new technologies and enhancements within the cloud-native ecosystem
• Contribute to technical documentation, deployment guides, and operational runbooks
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 4+ years of hands-on experience managing Kubernetes and/or OpenShift environments at scale
• Experience operating in a senior engineering capacity within platform or infrastructure teams
• Strong expertise in Kubernetes/OpenShift administration, deployment, troubleshooting, and upgrades
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible
• Strong Linux systems administration and scripting skills (Bash, Python, or similar)
• Experience implementing observability solutions using Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Elasticsearch, or similar platforms
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Experience with container networking, ingress controllers, and Software-Defined Networking (SDN) concepts
• Familiarity with GitOps workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices
• Experience with service mesh technologies such as Istio
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud, private cloud, and OpenStack environments
• Exposure to AI/ML workloads running on Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms
• Relevant Kubernetes, OpenShift, Linux, or cloud certifications

What we’re looking for

A highly motivated and hands-on platform engineer with strong cloud-native expertise and a passion for operational excellence. You are a collaborative problem solver with strong technical depth, capable of supporting large-scale enterprise environments while driving automation, reliability, and continuous improvement.

What working at Core42 offers

With a diverse team of 1,100+ employees from 68 nationalities, we foster an inclusive, innovative and collaborative environment. At Core42, we foster a culture grounded in trust, accountability and high performance. We are united by our values: Grit, where we overcome challenges with resilience and determination, Passion, which drives us to pursue excellence in everything we do, and Impact, as we aim to inspire progress and create meaningful change. Our team members thrive in an environment where each person’s contributions propel us forward, and together, we commit to achieving extraordinary results.

• Competitive Salary: We offer an attractive salary package based on your skills and experience
• Yearly Bonus: In recognition of your contributions, you will receive a performance-based annual bonus
• Exclusive Discount Cards: Access special benefits with Esaad and Fazaa cards, offering discounts across a wide range of services
• Premium Family Insurance: We provide comprehensive health coverage, including dental, vision and life insurance, ensuring the well-being of you and your family
• Learning & Development: We offer access to top-tier learning platforms to help you grow in your career. Learn at your own pace with unlimited access to premium courses