Kubernetes customer resource developer

Kubernetes Customer Resource Developer (Freelance-Friendly) – Hybrid, Italy

Must be based in Italy – No sponsorship available

Role Overview As a

Kubernetes Customer Resource Developer

, you will design, build, and optimize backend services and

Kubernetes-native

components, including

Custom Resources

and

Operators

. You’ll work in a highly innovative context, collaborating with distributed teams and contributing to a next‑generation multi‑cloud product.

Main Responsibilities Backend Python Development

— Build APIs and microservices powering cloud-native workflows Kubernetes Architecture

— Develop and manage cloud-native components on K8s Deploy, test, and manage containerized applications Work with

SQL

and

NoSQL (MongoDB)

databases Use

Git

for versioning, branching, and collaborative workflows Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation Collaborate with distributed teams on innovative cloud projects

Required Skills 2+ years hands-on Kubernetes experience

(operational, not theoretical) Experience with

Custom Resources

&

Kubernetes Operators

(e.g., KOPF) Backend development experience in: APIs Microservices Deployment & testing pipelines Strong knowledge of: SQL databases NoSQL (MongoDB) Git (advanced branching & versioning) Ability to produce clear technical documentation ⭐

Nice to Have Knowledge of

Go Experience with

ETL pipelines

Seniority Middle (3+ years experience)

Working Mode Hybrid 1 on‑site day per week (Turin preferred) Remaining days remote (potentially decreasing on‑site over time) Candidates also evaluated from

Naples, Milan, Rome

Contract & Logistics Freelancers: Yes Equipment:

PC provided by client Personal data:

Not processed

Languages Required Italian English (Job Level)

Remote Work Yes — remote work is possible.