Site Reliability Engineer - Kubernetes

Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services.

We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.

We are looking for a Site Reliability Engineer IV to join a team responsible for building, managing and maintaining the Verisign Kubernetes platform on which our mission‑critical services depend.

• Build, operate, and maintain our on‑prem Kubernetes platform clusters, container workloads, and all associated hardware
• Implement code and Git Ops‑hosted configuration changes in accordance with Verisign change policies as well as industry standard best‑practices
• Monitor and tune observability and alerting of platform
• Implement security best practices for Kubernetes, including RBAC, network policies, secrets management and compliance controls
• Troubleshoot platform and user problems
• Document problem‑solving steps for our first‑line support teams
• Ensure compliance with vulnerability management standards and information security standards
• Participate in a 24x7 on‑call rotation for tier 3 support

• Experience with Kubernetes (and related ecosystem) configuration and administration
• Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code with tooling such as Terraform
• Experience maintaining highly available services in both an on‑prem and cloud‑based production environment
• Experience managing server hardware, firmware, out‑of‑band, and BIOS configurations
• Understanding of network protocols and security
• Experience operating Linux and Unix systems in a large‑scale environment
• Familiarity with development tools such as Git Hub, Jira
• Written and verbal communication skills – ability to clearly and succinctly describe complex issues
• Experience with a high‑level language such as Python

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior experience developing or operating a Kubernetes platform in a production environment
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience

This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work schedule. The pay range is $135,800 – $183,800. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.

Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.