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CEDENT

Kubernetes Software Engineer

$40 - $60/hr

Hands-on experience with Rancher for Kubernetes cluster management: * Ability to deploy, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters using Rancher's platform. * Proficiency in Linux system ...

Apex Informatics

DevOps Engineer

Thousand Oaks, CA · On-site

$55.50 - $76/hr

Design, implement, and maintain Kubernetes clusters (EKS, Rancher-managed) to ensure high availability and scalability. * Manage and optimize AWS and Azure services (EC2, ECS, RDS, EKS) for ...

SUSE RGS

Director of Professional Services

Reston, VA · On-site

Rancher is a complete open-source software stack for teams adopting containers. It addresses the operations and security challenges of managing multiple Kubernetes clusters at scale, while providing ...

SUSE RGS

Sr. Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

Remote COMPANY DESCRIPTION Rancher Government Solutions (RGS) is specifically designed to address the unique security and operational needs of the U.S. Government and military as it relates to ...

Five9

Senior DevOps Engineer

San Ramon, CA · On-site +1

$250K/yr

Kubernetes (Rancher RKE2/K3s) : Designing and maintaining bare-metal clusters with GitOps-driven automation (Fleet, Argo CD, Terraform, Helm), optimized for performance and secured with RBAC, network ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Front Desk

Buena Park, CA

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we learned to cook our steaks over fire, serve generous ...

Futurex

Senior Kubernetes Platform Engineer

Bulverde, TX · On-site

$97K - $132K/yr

Manage and automate RKE2-based Kubernetes clusters with Rancher. * Implement and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and Ansible. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking, routing ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Team Member

Buena Park, CA

$12.50 - $16.25/hr

A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we learned to cook our steaks over fire, serve generous ...

Black Angus Steakhouse

Walk In Candidate

Ventura, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we learned to cook our steaks over fire, serve generous ...

Five9

Senior DevOps Engineer

$90K - $250K/yr

Kubernetes (Rancher RKE2/K3s) : Designing and maintaining bare-metal clusters with GitOps-driven automation (Fleet, Argo CD, Terraform, Helm), optimized for performance and secured with RBAC, network ...

Black Angus Steakhouse LLC

Team Member

Ventura, CA

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

A rancher who knew his way around a horse, a range and a campfire, he was looking to share the simple ranch cooking he loved. It's from him we learned to cook our steaks over fire, serve generous ...

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How much do rancher jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for rancher in the United States is $74,737.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Rancher?

A Rancher's daily responsibilities often include feeding and caring for livestock, monitoring animal health, maintaining equipment and facilities, and managing pasture or grazing areas. They may also oversee breeding programs, monitor water supplies, repair fences, and coordinate with veterinarians or suppliers. Ranchers frequently work outdoors in varying weather conditions and may need to respond quickly to emergencies, such as animal illnesses or equipment failures. This hands-on role requires both physical effort and attention to detail to ensure smooth ranch operations and the well-being of the animals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Rancher position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rancher, you need expertise in livestock management, animal husbandry, and agricultural practices, often supported by hands-on experience or formal training in agriculture. Familiarity with tools such as farm machinery, irrigation systems, and animal health-monitoring technologies is important, and certifications in pesticide application or animal health may be required for certain operations. Strong problem-solving skills, physical stamina, adaptability, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial as Ranchers must ensure animal welfare, maximize productivity, and efficiently manage the many operational challenges that arise on a ranch.

What does a Rancher do?

A Rancher manages livestock such as cattle, sheep, or horses, overseeing their care, feeding, and breeding. They maintain pastures, fences, and equipment while ensuring the animals' health and productivity. Ranchers may also handle business aspects like budgeting, marketing, and selling livestock or products. The job often involves long hours, physical labor, and adapting to weather conditions.

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Kubernetes Software Engineer

Kubernetes Software Engineer

CEDENT

Remote

$40 - $60/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Must Have Skills:
  • 5 years of professional experience in designing and maintaining Kubernetes clusters in production environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Rancher for Kubernetes cluster management:
    • Ability to deploy, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters using Rancher's platform.
  • Proficiency in Linux system administration and troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with VMware for managing machine stem cells or similar virtualization technologies
  • Experience working on complex projects:
    • Proven track record of deploying and maintaining mission-critical systems in dynamic environments.
    • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Certification in Kubernetes administration (CKA, CKAD) or similar.
  • Experience with software-defined satellite technologies or telecommunications infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and container orchestration tools beyond Kubernetes (e.g., Docker Swarm, Apache Mesos).
  • Strong understanding of RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating system.

Day to day responsibilities:
  • Architect and implement scalable Kubernetes clusters to support containerized applications.
  • Define and manage Kubernetes resources including pods, services, deployments, and persistent volumes.
  • Configure and optimize RedHat Linux systems.
  • Administer RedHat Linux servers within Kubernetes environments, including performance tuning and troubleshooting.
  • Implement security measures and best practices for Linux-based Kubernetes deployments.
  • Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters using Rancher's platform, including provisioning and monitoring.
  • Troubleshoot infrastructure issues:
    • Diagnose and resolve complex issues related to Kubernetes clusters, Linux servers, and associated infrastructure components.
    • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to ensure system reliability.
  • Compensation 
    Hourly Rate Range - $40-$60/ hr 
    Benefits Offered:
    [Health, Dental, Vision Insurance]

  • Deadline: Applications accepted until 10/30/2025 at 11:59 PM CST
    We are an Equal Pay Employer. All employment decisions, including compensation, benefits, hiring, training, and promotions, are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and regularly review our compensation practices to promote fairness, equity, and transparency across our organization.
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CEDENT strives to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where they can all develop professionally and build a rewarding career. As a result, we create an inclusive environment that is rich in diversity, acknowledges each individual's uniqueness and promotes respect, personal achievement and stewardship. Our clients are global and so is CEDENT. We build and maintain a global workforce that includes people from different backgrounds, with a vast range of skills and experience all united by a common culture and commitment to help our clients achieve high performance. Cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment makes business sense. Our peoples varied skills are the talent engine that powers CEDENT, enabling it in turn to deliver the innovative solutions that help our clients outperform competitors.

Industry

It services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Plano, TX, US

Year founded

2008

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