Kubernetes has become a pivotal tool for managing and scaling Redpanda clusters, enhancing the performance and reliability of streaming applications. The author's journey into Kubernetes began unexpectedly when they joined Samsung and quickly realized its advantages over OpenStack, particularly its ability to automate deployment and management of containerized applications. Kubernetes, an open-source project initiated by Google in 2014, has grown globally, with over 60% of organizations adopting it. The Redpanda community extensively uses Kubernetes, prompting the author to lead a team in developing tools that integrate Redpanda into the Kubernetes ecosystem. The declarative nature of Kubernetes allows for efficient management of Redpanda infrastructure, supporting features like GitOps, immutable infrastructure, self-healing, and scalability, which contribute to reduced recovery times and costs. Future developments aim to expand Redpanda's integration with Kubernetes, focusing on community involvement, Helm for installation, and GitOps-driven management to make Redpanda more accessible and versatile. The author encourages developers to join the Redpanda community to explore exciting developments and contribute to shaping the future of Redpanda on Kubernetes.