Worked on the mongodb/mongodb-atlas-kubernetes repository to deliver a new alert customization capability, introducing the SeverityOverride field to alert configurations within the MongoDB Atlas Kubernetes Operator. This feature allows users to specify custom severity levels for alerts, enhancing observability and enabling more precise incident response for Kubernetes deployments. The engineering approach involved reworking data models, updating API interactions, and expanding test coverage to ensure granular alert management while maintaining backward compatibility. Leveraged Go and YAML for implementation, with a focus on API development, cloud automation, and Kubernetes integration. The work addressed alert fatigue and improved operational control for Atlas users.