Red Hat OpenShift & OpenStack SME

• Lead the architecture and design of Red Hat OpenStack environments to meet the organization’s technical and business needs
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to design scalable and reliable OpenStack infrastructure solutions
• Create documentation and architecture diagrams for all proposed designs
• Deploy, configure, and optimize Red Hat OpenStack clusters and associated components
• Manage the setup and integration of OpenStack services, including Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone, and Swift
• Automate deployments and configurations using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) or configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet)
• Ensure operational stability and efficiency of OpenStack environments by implementing monitoring and alerting solutions
• Perform regular system updates, patches, and upgrades in line with best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in OpenStack environments, leveraging deep knowledge of Linux and virtualization
• Implement and manage security best practices, including access controls, identity management, and data encryption
• Ensure compliance with company security policies and industry standards
• Analyse system performance and recommend changes to optimize the overall OpenStack environment
• Plan capacity and scalability enhancements to support future growth and demand
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and other IT teams, to drive effective solutions
• Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers on OpenStack technologies and best practices

• In-depth knowledge of Red Hat OpenStack components and architecture
• Strong Linux administration skills, especially Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Proficiency in virtualization technologies (KVM, VMware)
• Scripting skills (Python, Bash) and familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet)
• In-depth technical knowledge of the Cloud industry, private (OpenStack) and public cloud environments, virtualization, and cloud management
• Good knowledge in network TCP/IP, IPv4, expertise in IPv6, VLAN,VXLAN, Bridging, routing, IP Tables, DNS, DHCP
• Manage and monitor OpenStack and OpenShift to ensure high availability and performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve OpenStack and OpenShift issues and optimize load for speed and reliability
• Hands-on exp. in K8s services, load balancing & networking modules
• Proficient in security, firewall, storage concepts
• Experience with networking, storage, and security as it relates to OpenStack
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Experience: 6-10 Years
• Flexible to work in 24/7 support environment
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing OpenStack and OpenShift for customer environments
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools and platforms (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Travis CI, CircleCI)
• Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Bash, Python, Shell)
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum or other collaborative development environments
• Security-conscious mindset with knowledge of OpenStack and OpenShift security best practices
• Certifications (Optional):OpenStack Certification (e.g., Certified OpenStack Administrator)

Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning (Inactive), Active Listening, Bias, Business Growth, Business Planning, Coaching, Commercial Acumen, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Customer Experience Strategy, Customer Solutions, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity

• Health & Wellbeing
• Personal & Professional Development
• Unconditional Inclusion