Red Hat OpenShift Platform Administrator

Job description

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive. The Role As a Red Hat OpenShift Platform Administrator at Kyndryl, you will be responsible for the administration, operation, and support of container platforms across on‑premise and cloud environments. In this role, you will ensure the availability, performance, security, and reliability of OpenShift clusters that support business‑critical applications. You will collaborate closely with DevOps, SRE, and development teams to deploy and support containerized applications, automate platform operations, and resolve incidents under strict service level agreements (SLAs), in alignment with Kyndryl standards and best practices. Key Responsibilities Administer and operate Red Hat OpenShift platforms across on‑premise and cloud environments. Manage Kubernetes components including pods, namespaces, services, ingress, and cluster resources. Deploy and support containerized applications using CI/CD pipelines and automation practices. Perform cluster installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management. Monitor, log, and troubleshoot production environments, supporting incident resolution under SLAs. Your Future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to growing your career. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. Who You Are You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer‑focused. Required Technical and Professional Experience 4+ years of experience administering container platforms or Kubernetes‑based environments. Hands‑on experience with Red Hat OpenShift, including on‑premise and cloud deployments. Strong knowledge of Kubernetes objects, networking, and container lifecycle management. Experience deploying and supporting containerized applications via CI/CD pipelines. Background in cluster operations: installation, configuration, upgrades, patches, and security. Experience integrating OpenShift with infrastructure components such as VMware, storage, networks, and load balancers. Proficiency in monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting production environments. Exposure to automation and scripting using Ansible, YAML, and GitOps. Intermediate English proficiency, required for collaboration with global teams and documentation. Preferred Technical and Professional Experience EX280: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration certification. Experience working in large‑scale, enterprise, or regulated environments. Familiarity with RBAC, certificates, secrets, security policies, and cluster networking. Experience working alongside DevOps and SRE teams. Exposure to IT service management practices and operational best practices. Being You The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way. What You Can Expect Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best. From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth. We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success. We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next. Get Referred! If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.