Lead Software Engineer, Kubernetes

Ticketmaster

East Coast, US
Base: $140,000.00 - $175,000.00 usd; bonus/equity:...
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Strong experience as a backend or platform software engineer
Solid programming proficiency in go, rust, or python
Experience building internal apis, automation tools, or platform services
** Ticketmaster is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Kubernetes to join their TechOps Division. The ideal candidate will have strong backend engineering skills, experience with Kubernetes, and a passion for automation and process improvement in a hybrid work environment. **

Job Summary

  • The team spans North America and Europe, running Kubernetes and Container systems across NA, EMEA and APAC regions supporting over 30,000 unique deployments.
  • You will join an on-call team of Principal and Senior engineers ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable systems are always online while migrating to EKS Hybrid Clusters.
  • Benefits include medical, vision, dental, mental health coverage, free concert tickets, generous paid time off, and a 401(k) program with company match.

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** Ticketmaster is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Kubernetes to join their TechOps Division. The ideal candidate will have strong backend engineering skills, experience with Kubernetes, and a passion for automation and process improvement in a hybrid work environment. **

Salary

Base: $140,000.00 - $175,000.00 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401(k) match, stock reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong experience as a backend or platform software engineer
  • Solid programming proficiency in Go, Rust, or Python
  • Experience building internal APIs, automation tools, or platform services
  • Working knowledge of GitLab CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code tools
  • Understanding of observability and monitoring principles

Nice-to-have

  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Passionate about software craftsmanship and clean code
  • Clear technical communicator for complex concepts
  • Eager to learn and grow with openness to feedback
  • Strong technical curiosity and willingness to dive deep

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Kubernetes Admin or Power User
  • Experience working in Agile environments like SAFe
  • Good grasp of infrastructure concepts with a software engineering approach

Work Rights

Not specified

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