Create and maintain AKS components (Clusters, Nodes, Pods, etc).
Collaborate in the development of infrastructure management strategy (define disc space, load balancer, traffic manager).
Design and develop operations support processes specifically as it pertains to supporting cloud infrastructure & Azure PAAS.
Implement tools and processes to support quality metrics and provide visibility to stakeholders.
Provide guidance and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to streamline and improve adoption of Kubernetes and Cloud.
Work closely with development and network engineering teams and product owners to fulfill infrastructure operational needs.
Provide support, improve, and implement Kubernetes internal components and applications on top of multiple clusters and troubleshoot and triage issues as they arise.
Monitor and troubleshoot issues in the Kubernetes environments.
Passionate about root cause analysis and troubleshooting.
Develop and collaborate on the build, deployment, automation, and monitoring processes, leveraging Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using Terraform and CI/CD pipelines to empower teams to deliver business value quickly and reliably.
Fosters a collaborative Customer-centric culture and ensure the team regularly celebrates successes.
Mentor and empower junior team members.
Shift Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday – 8am to 5pm PHT
Work Setup: Hybrid – Required to work on site 3 days per week
Location: Quezon City
Required Qualifications
2-3 years of experience in infrastructure or platform support roles.
2+ years of hands-on experience with AKS, Docker, or Kubernetes environments.
Experience with CLI Tools and AKS commands.
Strong familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery tools.
Experience working with APIs and understanding software architecture.
Good communication skills and desire to be a team leader.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Azure PAAS services (e.g., APIM, ASE, Event Hub).
Exposure to Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud monitoring tools.
Strong understanding of Kubernetes microservices and Azure PAAS offerings, architectures, and internal components
Production Kubernetes experience creating Clusters, Namespaces, Pods, Service Principals, and other AKS objects.
Experience with Docker & Containers
Comfortable with managing multiple stakeholders and conflicting priorities.
Collaborative attitude, willingness to work with team members; able to coach, share skills and methods.
Understanding of cloud architecture and security principles.
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset and customer-centric approach.
When you join our team
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.
Working Arrangement
Hybrid
