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The average salary for remote Kubernetes jobs is $162,474 per year, ranging from $114,870 to $233,443 depending on experience. This is based on data from 3,154 job openings.
| Experience | Roles analysed | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Kubernetes engineer | 123 | $114,870 |
| Mid-level Kubernetes engineer | 656 | $137,241 |
| Senior Kubernetes engineer | 1,680 | $156,426 |
| Lead Kubernetes engineer | 180 | $211,475 |
| Staff Kubernetes engineer | 380 | $199,762 |
| Principal Kubernetes engineer | 135 | $233,443 |
The top skills employers look for in Kubernetes jobs are AWS, CI/CD, Docker, Python and Web security. Below you'll find the full breakdown of the 10 most in-demand related skills. This is based on data from 2,147 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 (90%) and Contract (7%).
28% of Kubernetes jobs require a degree, while 72% do not.
Companies hire remote Kubernetes engineers in 125 regions and countries — with United States leading in open roles.