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Mid-Senior levelJob Description:
At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.
As a Staff Platform Engineer at Cloudera Taikun, you will focus on making the Taikun platform easier to install, configure, and manage. You will build automation using Flux, Helm charts, and Kubernetes manifests to streamline deployment and lifecycle management.
Your work will help both internal teams and customers set up and operate Taikun with minimal effort and maximum reliability.
As a Staff Platform Engineer you will…
Develop and maintain Helm charts for deploying and managing Taikun components.
Automate platform installation, configuration, and upgrades using Flux.
Create Kubernetes manifests, scripts, and tooling to simplify platform management.
Improve and document installation and operational workflows for Taikun.
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to ensure smooth integration with backend services.
Build and maintain Tekton pipelines for CI/CD and automation workflows.
Improve monitoring / alerting of Taikun components.
Optimize automation for speed, security, and maintainability.
Stay up to date with cloud-native automation trends and best practices.
Work on CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with other engineers.
Create an installer for Taikun CloudWorks (installable in an air-gapped environment)
We are excited if you have…
6+ years proven experience with Kubernetes and related tooling.
Strong knowledge of Helm for application packaging and deployment.
Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code practices.
Familiarity with GitOps workflows, especially Flux.
Solid Linux system administration skills.
Ability to write clear, maintainable automation code.
Good collaboration and communication skills.
Bsc/MSc in related field or equivalent experience
You may also have…
Knowledge of PostgreSQL and HashiCorp Vault.
Experience with other GitOps tools (e.g., Argo CD).
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OpenStack).
Experience with CI/CD systems and pipelines.
Contributions to open-source projects.
What you can expect from us:
Generous PTO Policy
Support work life balance with Unplugged Days
Flexible WFH Policy
Mental & Physical Wellness programs
Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
Access to Continued Career Development
Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Resource Groups
EEO/VEVRAA
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay practices are presented as equity-audited with a recognized Fair Pay Workplace certification and ongoing internal reviews. Compensation is often characterized as competitive for similar-sized peers, with visible market-aligned ranges for key roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefit descriptions emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside life and disability insurance, an EAP, wellness programming, and U.S. gym reimbursement. Health coverage is described as strong in practice.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies include generous PTO and holidays plus recurring companywide Unplugged Days that create extended weekends. Parental and medical leave are also highlighted as part of the core package.
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What We Do
At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.
Why Work With Us
Impact at Scale: The infrastructure we build solves massive problems for top global banks, telecommunications giants, and healthcare providers. Cutting-Edge Tech: Work directly at the intersection of Open Source, Machine Learning, and Generative AI. Unmatched Flexibility: Enjoy a remote-friendly, hybrid culture that respects your time—including
