Job Title:
Lead Technical Expert, OKE Nodes & Apps
Company: Oracle
Location: Helena, MT
Created: 2026-03-10
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job Description Department Overview Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) offers the perfect blend of public cloud elasticity and on-premises control, security, and predictability. Our services provide high-performance and cost-effective options, tailored to meet diverse workload demands. Customers have the freedom to provision virtual machines as well as bare metal servers seamlessly via a unified platform that supports various industry-standard tools. The Oracle Kubernetes Engine (OKE) serves as the backbone for our managed Kubernetes service, catering to both internal and external audiences. We are continually enhancing our offering with new features to simplify cluster management and improve integration with OCI, all while maintaining 24x7 service at scale. Position Overview We are looking for experienced engineers who possess a passion for tackling complex challenges in distributed systems, virtualization, and high-availability services. At Oracle, you will have the opportunity to design and implement innovative systems from scratch. With rapid growth and an ambitious agenda on our horizon, engineers at all levels are poised to make significant technical and business contributions. The ideal candidate will be a skilled programmer with extensive knowledge across areas such as networking, storage, and operating systems. Your role will involve the development of distributed, highly available systems for Kubernetes, automation, and tooling essential for testing and deployments. Qualifications BS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field involving coding, or equivalent practical experience. 8+ years of experience in delivering and managing large-scale, highly available distributed systems. Proficient in programming with a strong background in either Java or Golang, along with experience in scripting languages like Python. Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, operating systems, and distributed systems. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a proactive approach to ownership. Experience in constructing multi-tenant, virtualized infrastructures. Experience with Kubernetes and expertise in either: Overlay networking and container networking on Linux System and service management on Linux Responsibilities Architect and design innovative features and systems for our customers. Collaborate across teams to create optimal systems for operations and customers, overcoming organizational barriers. Independently troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance existing systems, with a focus on minimizing operational burdens and boosting performance. Serve as a generalist capable of diagnosing issues across a wide range of our technological stack. Enhance system scalability through the creation of tools and automation. Collaborate with external teams and partners to drive the development process. Participate in on-call shifts to address service issues and engage with customer support challenges. Manage routine operational tasks essential for the maintenance of a globally deployed high-availability service. This position is governed by relevant employment regulations, including certain immunization and occupational health mandates. The salary range for this role is $96,800 to $223,400 per year, depending on various factors including experience and location. Full and part-time employees may also be eligible for additional bonuses and equity. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short-term and long-term disability coverage. Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses. 401(k) savings and investment plan with matching contributions. Generous paid time off including vacation and holidays. Paid sick leave and parental leave options. Employee Stock Purchase Plan and additional voluntary benefits. The role will remain open for applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or until filled. Join Oracle’s dynamic environment and be part of an innovative team reshaping the future of cloud technology and AI.