Software Engineer - K8s Operator
About the role
Your role at Dynatrace
You will design and build Kubernetes Operators in Go that automate the full lifecycle of the Dynatrace platform - covering installation, configuration, upgrades, and ongoing operations - enabling a fully self-service and hands-off experience for users.
You will own the end-to-end developer and operator experience, ensuring that running Dynatrace in Kubernetes environments is simple, reliable, and consistent across diverse customer setups.
You will collaborate with multiple engineering teams across Dynatrace to integrate their components into a unified, automation-first platform model, ensuring every part of the system can be deployed and operated without manual intervention.
You will leverage AI-assisted engineering and observability insights to enable more autonomous, adaptive, and self-optimizing platform operations.
You will continuously improve the reliability, observability, and resilience of the Operator, ensuring safe rollouts, automated recovery, and predictable behavior at scale.
What will help you succeed
A background in Software Engineering or related technical studies.
2+ years of experience in Golang, with a strong understanding of object-oriented and functional programming principles.
Good knowledge of Kubernetes, containers, and Kubernetes Operators.
Passion for building high-performance, scalable algorithms and working with modern technologies in the cloud-native space.
A hands-on, collaborative approach to problem-solving with a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions as part of a team
Why you will love being a Dynatracer
A one-product software company creating real value for the largest enterprises and millions of end customers globally, striving for a world where software works perfectly.
Working with the latest technologies and at the forefront of innovation in tech on scale; but also, in other areas like marketing, design, or research.
A team that thinks outside the box, welcomes unconventional ideas, and pushes boundaries.
An environment that fosters innovation, enables creative collaboration, and allows you to grow.
A globally unique and tailor-made career development program recognizing your potential, promoting your strengths, and supporting you in achieving your career goals.
A truly international mindset that is being shaped by the diverse personalities, expertise, and backgrounds of our global team.
A relocation team that is eager to help you start your journey to a new country, always there to support and by your side.
Attractive compensation packages and stock purchase options with numerous benefits and advantages.
Additional Information
Important Location Requirement: This role offers the flexibility of hybrid work from our office in Lucerne; please note that current residency and physical presence in Switzerland are required.

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Dynatrace is a software intelligence and observability company whose platform monitors applications, infrastructure and AI workloads for large enterprises, with large engineering centres in Linz, Vienna, Innsbruck, Graz, Gdansk, Barcelona and Lucerne.
More about Dynatrace →- Industry
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Company size
- 5001-10000 employees
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