Staff Kubernetes Engineer

About the Role

The role entails close collaboration with the architecture and security teams to ensure services remain secure, reliable, maintainable, and scalable. You will be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about complex problem-solving and motivated by scale. Your technical expertise will be crucial in guiding engineering teams and driving DevOps best practices across the organization.

Lastpass is committed to supporting the growth of its employees and recognizes the value of new ideas. The company's culture is built on the principles of innovation, simplicity, and security, making it an exciting place to work for those who are passionate about making a difference in the tech industry.

What You Will Do

• Own the architecture, design, and evolution of Lastpass's Kubernetes-based platform on AWS, ensuring scalability, resilience, and operational excellence.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize Kubernetes infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (CDK), enforcing best practices and architectural standards.
• Act as the technical guide and domain expert for Kubernetes architecture, collaborating closely with the Architecture team to bridge high-level strategy with implementation.
• Lead technical decision-making across multiple teams, providing mentorship, design reviews, and hands-on support to drive platform consistency and quality.
• Drive proactive improvements across the platform, identifying scaling issues, reliability gaps, or operational inefficiencies before they become problems.
• Design and implement secure, compliant, and highly observable Kubernetes environments, integrating monitoring, logging, and alerting systems.
• Lead and support the migration of non-cloud-native applications to the new infrastructure, assessing readiness and providing strategic guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective communication of technical plans and progress.
• Participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 coverage of the platform.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in designing, building, and maintaining large-scale cloud-native infrastructure, with a focus on Kubernetes and containerization.
• Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools such as CDK, Terraform, or similar technologies.
• Experience with GitOps principles and tooling, such as Flux or Argo CD.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language, with Python being highly desirable.
• Experience with AWS services, including EKS, EC2, S3, and IAM.
• Strong understanding of security best practices for cloud-native applications and infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git.

Nice to Have

• Experience with other cloud providers, such as Azure or GCP.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK Stack.
• Experience with container runtimes such as Docker and container networking.
• Certification in Kubernetes administration or a related field.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leader in the secure access essentials market.
• Remote work arrangements with flexible working hours.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships.
• Access to the latest technologies and tools in cloud-native infrastructure.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals.
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off and holiday policy.

• Ensure your resume and online profiles highlight your Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code experience, as these are key skills for the role.
• Prepare to discuss your approach to designing and maintaining scalable, secure cloud-native infrastructure during the interview process.
• Showcase your ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical plans and progress clearly.
• Be ready to provide examples of your experience with GitOps principles and tooling, as well as your understanding of security best practices for cloud-native applications.
• Consider creating a personal project or contributing to open-source initiatives to demonstrate your skills and passion for cloud-native infrastructure.
• Research Lastpass's products and services to understand how your role contributes to the company's mission and vision.
• Prepare questions to ask the interviewer about the team, the role, and the company culture to show your interest and engagement.