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Programmers.io

GCP GKE Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Preferred Skills: Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), GCP Mandatory Skills * Google Cloud Platform * GKE * Terraform Additional Skills * Experience with scripting languages, such as Python, Shell,

Google Inc.

Security Engineer, GKE

Seattle, WA · On-site

$174 - $253/hr

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field. * 5 years of experience with containerization and container orchestration technologies such as Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) at ...

Google

Security Engineer, GKE

Seattle, WA · On-site

In this role, you will partner with the executive leads of Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) security to lead the team to make GKE the most secure platform to run AI/ML workload. You will be driving to ...

TekCommands Inc

GKE Cluster Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$110K - $145K/yr

Required Skills & Qualifications Technical Skills Strong hands‑on experience with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) Deep knowledge of Kubernetes primitives and cluster operations Containerization ...

Google

Senior Staff Software Engineer, GKE AI Data

Seattle, WA · On-site

$139K - $183K/yr

The GKE AI Data organization is a critical, high-growth technical domain core to GKE's business. The team is deeply involved in building storage solutions and data pipelines for the AI-ML workloads ...

Virtusa Corporation

AppMod GCP Architect

New York, NY · On-site

Containerization & Orchestration Deploy, manage, and optimize scalable workloads on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and Cloud Run . * Cloud Security & Governance Implement strict IAM roles and ...

IntraEdge

Engineer II Premium

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$97K - $133K/yr

SDET for GKE POC ( Engineer II premium) : Open for Phoenix and Palo Alto GCP experience Google kubernates Engine ( GKE) Functional Testing Regression & Performance Testing Docker DNS Firewall ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for gke in the United States is $97,891.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is GKE?

GKE stands for Google Kubernetes Engine, which is a managed environment provided by Google Cloud for deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications using Kubernetes. GKE automates many of the complex tasks involved in setting up and maintaining Kubernetes clusters, such as upgrades, monitoring, and scaling. It allows developers and organizations to focus on building their applications without worrying about the underlying infrastructure. GKE also integrates with other Google Cloud services, making it a popular choice for cloud-native workloads.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) engineer?

To thrive as a GKE Engineer, you need a solid understanding of container orchestration, cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes concepts, and experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), often supported by certifications like Google Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer. Familiarity with tools such as kubectl, Helm, Terraform, and CI/CD systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you work efficiently in cross-functional teams and resolve complex deployment issues. These skills ensure reliable, scalable, and secure cloud-native solutions that meet organizational needs.

What are some common challenges faced by engineers working with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) in large-scale production environments?

Engineers working with GKE in large-scale production environments often encounter challenges such as managing resource scaling, ensuring cluster security, and optimizing costs. Dealing with multi-cluster configurations and integrating GKE with existing CI/CD pipelines requires careful planning and coordination with other DevOps and development teams. Additionally, monitoring application performance and troubleshooting issues across distributed microservices adds complexity, making strong collaboration and communication skills highly valuable.
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Infographic showing various Gke job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 72% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,891 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

GCP GKE Engineer

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

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Job description

Preferred Skills: Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), GCP

Mandatory Skills

  • Google Cloud Platform
  • GKE
  • Terraform

Additional Skills

  • Experience with scripting languages, such as Python, Shell,
  • Linux Administration
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Mandatory Skills: Google GKE Admin .

Experience: 5-8 Years .