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Cloud Native Architect (.NET) PID9029

Freelance Cloud Native Application Architect – Kubernetes Expert (Long-Term Contract)

Are you an experienced Cloud Native Application Architect with a deep understanding of Kubernetes and Cloud Native technologies? Our client, a leading organization in the energy and technology sectors, is seeking a skilled freelance specialist for a long-term contract to join their app development team. This is an exclusive opportunity for independent contractors looking for stability and the chance to contribute to long-term projects by migrating, developing, and maintaining key app modules in line with Cloud Native architectural principles.

As a freelance architect, you will work on cutting-edge applications deployed on an advanced internal hybrid cloud platform, supporting the full software development lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, leveraging your expertise in DevOpsmicroservices, and observability tools to deliver scalable and high-performance solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cloud Native Architecture: Architect and design Cloud Native applications with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
  • Application Refactoring: Rearchitect monolithic applications into microservices on Kubernetes environments.
  • Deployment & DevOps: Manage applications on Kubernetes clusters using Helm Charts and GitOps workflows. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for continuous deployment.
  • Collaboration: Engage with internal teams, including product owners and development teams, to ensure successful long-term deployment and migration of app modules.
  • Documentation: Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation using Confluence and manage project tasks via Azure DevOps and Jira.

Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Cloud Native Expertise: At least 5 years of experience as a Cloud Native Architect, focused on transforming monolithic architectures into microservices.
  • Kubernetes Expert: In-depth knowledge of Kubernetes and related ecosystems, including IAM and RBAC.
  • .NET Framework: Advanced proficiency in C# and .NET 8, with experience developing high-performance, scalable applications.
  • DevOps & CI/CD: Expertise in managing CI/CD pipelines and promoting GitOps and infrastructure as code.
  • Observability: Proven experience in using frameworks like OpenTelemetry for instrumenting code for observability.
  • Data Services: Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases, and messaging platforms like Kafka.

 

Tech Stack:

  • Languages/Frameworks: C#, .NET 8BlazorEntity Framework.
  • DevOps Tools: Azure DevOpsGitHub ActionsGitOpsJira.
  • Databases: SQL ServerPostgreSQLKafka.
  • Observability Tools: GrafanaPrometheusInfluxDBAlertmanager.
  • Containerization: KubernetesHelmDocker.

 

 

Requirements:

  • Fluent in English (C1 level or higher) for clear communication within international teams.
  • Proven expertise in Cloud Native architectures, including containerization, scalability, and resilience.
  • Familiarity with cloud platform best practices from AWSGoogle Cloud, or Azure.
  • Knowledge of security and quality standards, utilizing tools like SonarQube and AquaSec.

 

 

Preferred:

  • Certifications in Cloud Native technologies.
  • Proficiency in French or Dutch (B2 level or higher).

 

 

What’s on Offer:

  • long-term contract with a leading organization, offering stability and the chance to work on high-impact, long-term projects.
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment, using the latest Cloud Native technologies and platforms.
  • Flexible working conditions, tailored to freelancers and independent contractors.

Note: This opportunity is exclusively for freelancers and independent contractors. Permanent roles are not available for this position.

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