**Introduction** IBM Cognos Analytics is a comprehensive business intelligence platform that transforms raw data into actionable insights through advanced reporting, AI-powered analytics, and interactive visualizations. Designed to cater to organizations of all sizes, it offers high-quality, scalable reporting capabilities, enabling users to create and share customized reports efficiently. The platform’s intuitive interface allows for seamless exploration of data, uncovering hidden trends and facilitating informed decision-making without the need for advanced technical skills. With robust governance and security features, IBM Cognos Analytics ensures data integrity and confidentiality, making it a trusted solution for businesses aiming to harness the full potential of their data. **Your role and responsibilities** • Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. • Collaborate with software development and IT teams to improve and automate processes for software deployment and infrastructure management. • Develop, optimize, and maintain Kubernetes clusters for containerized applications. • Manage Docker containers and orchestration, ensuring efficient workflows and minimizing downtime. • Write and maintain efficient Shell scripts and automation tools to streamline operations. • Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python and JavaScript for system integration, deployment, and monitoring. • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve system issues related to networking, infrastructure, and application environments. • Maintain and optimize Red Hat/UBI Linux environments, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable systems. • Collaborate with network engineers to implement and optimize networking solutions in a cloud-native environment. • Stay up to date with emerging DevOps tools, technologies, and best practices to continually improve systems and processes. **Required technical and professional expertise** • 6+ years of experience in DevOps or related field with hands-on experience in the tools and technologies listed below: • Kubernetes: Expertise in managing and scaling containerized applications using Kubernetes. • Docker: Proficient in containerization using Docker and orchestration tools. • Shell Scripting: Advanced proficiency in writing and maintaining Shell scripts for automation. • JavaScript & Python: Experience writing scripts and automation tools in JavaScript and Python. • Linux (Red Hat/UBI): In-depth knowledge of Red Hat and Universal Base Image (UBI) Linux distributions for system administration. • WAF: Knowledge of Web Application Firewall (WAF) configuration and management. • Networking: Strong understanding of networking principles, protocols, and troubleshooting in a cloud-native environment. • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and related DevOps tools. • Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack). • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible. • Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills. • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. • Experience with ArgoCD **Preferred technical and professional experience** • Certifications in Kubernetes (CKA, CKAD), AWS, or other cloud platforms. • Experience with Helm, Istio, or service meshes. • Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI. • Experience with security best practices and tools for DevOps workflows. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.