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The average salary for remote Kubernetes jobs is $160,606 per year, ranging from $110,764 to $233,206 depending on experience. This is based on data from 3,555 job openings.
| Experience | Roles analysed | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Kubernetes engineer | 176 | $110,764 |
| Mid-level Kubernetes engineer | 637 | $125,860 |
| Senior Kubernetes engineer | 1,935 | $156,799 |
| Lead Kubernetes engineer | 201 | $203,276 |
| Staff Kubernetes engineer | 461 | $202,186 |
| Principal Kubernetes engineer | 145 | $233,206 |
The top skills employers look for in Kubernetes jobs are AWS, CI/CD, Web security, Python and Docker. Below you'll find the full breakdown of the 10 most in-demand related skills. This is based on data from 2,365 job openings.
The most sought-after experience for Kubernetes jobs is Senior (57% of openings), and 5% are junior friendly.
The most common employment types for Kubernetes jobs are Full-time (89%) and Contract (7%).
27% of Kubernetes jobs require a degree, while 73% do not.
Companies hire remote Kubernetes engineers in 123 regions and countries — with United States leading in open roles.