We are seeking a Senior Systems Architect specialized in Kubernetes and OpenShift infrastructure, with proven experience in planning and executing complex projects. This pivotal role focuses on developing secure, cost-efficient, and scalable platform architecture blueprints applicable for both public and private cloud environments. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of architecture, as well as the features and integration capabilities of cloud platforms, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Communicate architectural decisions and strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Prepare, review, and maintain high-level and low-level design documents, scope of work, RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
- Ensure alignment of solutions with organizational goals and industry best practices.
- Create architectural blueprints and technical documentation for proposed solutions.
- Ensure seamless integration of RedHat OpenShift with OpenStack and other private cloud and/or HPC platforms and services.
- Lead the deployment and configuration of Kubernetes and/or OpenShift clusters.
- Oversee the integration of Kubernetes and/or OpenShift with existing systems and infrastructure.
- Ensure the solutions and environments adhere to security best practices and organizational policies.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in OpenShift and container technologies.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement enhancements to the architecture.
- Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance the OpenShift ecosystem.
- Engage in pilot testing and commissioning activities, along with designing and conducting various types of tests.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for the new and live Kubernetes and OpenShift environments.
- Develop and deliver training sessions to engineering teams on OpenShift best practices and usage.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering or a related technology discipline.
- 7+ years of experience and deep expertise in designing, implementing, and managing private cloud stacks.
- 5+ years of experience in designing large-scale Kubernetes and OpenShift-based environments.
- Advanced knowledge of Data Center network design and related technologies.
- Expert knowledge of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) technologies, specifically Open Virtual Network (OVN), CNIs.
- Extensive experience with Kubernetes and OpenShift, including designing, deploying, and managing clusters.
- Understanding of service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio) and their implementation in OpenShift.
- Solid knowledge of Linux systems administration and scripting (Bash, Python, etc.).
Work Conditions
- Hybrid work policy to strike the perfect balance between office and home.
- Competitive remuneration package with perks including healthcare, education support, leave benefits, and more.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
