A podcast for engineers building and operating modern infrastructure. Powered by Zesty. Hosted by Omer Hamerman and Mark Serdze, The Cron Job explores Kubernetes quirks, cost optimization strategies, scaling, reliability, and the art of keeping things from catching fire in production, all while unpacking the deeper DevOps questions around ownership, automation, and the tradeoffs behind every engineering decision. Tune in for real-world stories, sharp insights, and the occasional infrastructure epiphany.
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Signup to Generate a PitchA podcast for engineers building and operating modern infrastructure. Powered by Zesty. Hosted by Omer Hamerman and Mark Serdze, The Cron Job explores Kubernetes quirks, cost optimization strategies, scaling, reliability, and the art of keeping things from catching fire in production, all while unpacking the deeper DevOps questions around ownership, automation, and the tradeoffs behind every engineering decision.
Recent episodes include "Episode 29: Architecture Quirks That Defeat Kubernetes Cost Optimization" (14 July 2026, 25 minutes), "Episode 28: DevOps Horror Story of the Week" (6 July 2026, 22 minutes), and "Episode 27: Is Your Vibecoded Application Cost-Efficient?" (29 June 2026, 21 minutes).
theCronJob publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 29 episodes.
Booking probability for theCronJob is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. theCronJob requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. theCronJob's contact route on record: public web form.
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theCronJob is an arts podcast with 29 episodes published.
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Episode #29
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the architectural quirks that can undermine cost optimization in Kubernetes environments. They explore the challenges posed by monolithic applications, the pitfalls of...
Episode #28
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark explore various horror stories related to infrastructure, particularly focusing on Kubernetes and cloud dependencies. They discuss real-world incidents involving API key breaches...
Episode #27
<p>Omer and Mark discuss the implications of AI in software development, particularly focusing on Kubernetes and cost efficiency. They explore the challenges of 'vibe-coded' applications, the limitations of AI in...
Episode #26
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the psychological factors that influence cloud spending decisions. They explore how these fears can lead to over-provisioning and inefficiencies in cloud resource management...
Episode #25
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark delve into the complexities of scaling applications in Kubernetes. They discuss the nuances of when and how to scale, emphasizing the importance of understanding application behavior...
Episode #24
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the implications of AI on infrastructure management, the evolving landscape of engineering jobs, and the increasing abstraction in technology. They explore the potential risks...
Episode #23
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the evolving landscape of SaaS, the impact of AI on DevOps, and the challenges of building in-house solutions versus relying on existing SaaS products. They explore the...
Episode #22
<p>The retirement of NGINX Ingress might sound like just another Kubernetes update, but it reveals a much bigger shift.</p><p>As teams start asking what replaces it, deeper questions come up about how traffic should be...
Episode #21
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark reflect on AWS re:Invent and what it reveals about the current state of cloud infrastructure, with AI and agentic systems clearly dominating the narrative. They discuss how these trends...
Episode #20
<p>In a special episode, Omer and Mark look back on the themes that defined their year - from the growing influence of AI to the ongoing challenges of cloud infrastructure. The conversation covers shifts in AWS...
Episode #19
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the recent outages affecting major internet services like Cloudflare and AWS, exploring the implications of AI on infrastructure reliability, the centralization of internet...
Episode #18
<p>In this episode, our host Omer and special guest Tzachi Tzafrir discuss the complexities of testing in Kubernetes, exploring various strategies for effective quality assurance. Tzachi shares insights on balancing...
Episode #17
<p>In this episode of The Crown Job, Omer and Mark delve into the spooky side of technology, sharing horror stories from their experiences in the tech industry. They discuss the recent AWS outage and its bizarre effects...
Episode #16
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the importance of integrating security into the DevOps culture, specifically focusing on DevSecOps. They explore the responsibilities of developers in ensuring application...
Episode #15
<p>In this episode of the Cron Job podcast, hosts Omer and Mark delve into the intricacies of Kubernetes, focusing on common mistakes in resource allocation and container management. They discuss the importance of...
Episode #14
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark delve into the intricacies of using Spot Instances versus On-Demand Instances in cloud computing. They discuss the mechanics behind Spot Instances, the importance of building...
Episode #13
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the complexities and considerations surrounding multi-cloud environments, particularly in light of recent AWS outages. They explore the implications of cloud strategies...
Episode #12
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the future of Kubernetes, exploring various upcoming features and enhancements. They delve into the significance of streaming list responses, the management of pod lifecycles...
Episode #11
<p>In this episode, the hosts and their guest Ido Slonimsky delve into the ongoing debate about the best programming language for Kubernetes. They explore various languages, including Go and Rust, discussing their...
Episode #10
<p>In this episode, Omer and Mark share their personal horror stories from the world of engineering, focusing on challenges faced in Kubernetes, DNS issues, security breaches, and the costs associated with cloud...
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