Linux Cloud Engineer
Open Systems Technologies
Charlotte, NC
A financial firm is looking for a Linux Cloud Engineer w/Openshift / AKS to join their team in Charlotte, NC.
Compensation: $150-195k
Responsibilities:
• Design, deploy, and manage container orchestration platforms using OpenShift and AKS.
• Administer and optimize Linux-based systems in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Ansible Automation Platform.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Helm, and GitOps workflows.
• Collaborate with DevOps and application teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and disaster recovery.
• Implement security best practices for containerized workloads and cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to strategic cloud initiatives.
• Assist with migrations to cloud, ensuring best practices are followed and architecture is compliant with company standards.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional experience in Linux system administration and cloud engineering.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with OpenShift and AKS in production environments.
• Strong proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD).
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture, networking, and security.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid cloud strategies.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Linux Administration: Deep expertise in RHEL environment.
• Container Platforms: 3+ years of hands-on experience with OpenShift and AKS.
• Automation: Proficiency with Ansible, Ansible Tower/AAP, and scripting (Bash, Python).
• Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Terraform, Helm, and GitOps tools (e.g., ArgoCD, Flux).
• CI/CD: Familiarity with Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar tools.
• Cloud Platforms: Strong knowledge of Azure, with exposure to AWS or GCP a plus.
• Monitoring & Logging: Experience with Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, and Azure Monitor.
• Security: Understanding of container security, RBAC, network policies, and compliance frameworks.
• Networking: Solid grasp of Kubernetes networking, service mesh (e.g., Istio), and ingress controllers.
Preferred:
• Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Kubernetes Service Specialist.
• Experience with service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd).
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare) is a plus.
About the Company
Open Systems Technologies
At OST, we’re a bit like what you may call a machine, but with a more human touch. Day in and day out for the last 28 years we’ve been more than just a staffing company. Throughout this time we’ve built relationships, we’ve grown together internally and externally, and have created a system that allows us to personally cater to the needs of our clients and candidates. As we celebrate this occasion, it important to note that for us, 28 years is more than just a number or an anniversary. It is 28 years of relationships, 28 years of trust, and 28 years of total reliability. We’ve been a mentor for some, a team builder for others, but most importantly we’ve been there. We know there is no substitute for experience, so let us help you navigate through the ever changing web of talent.
Operating in a crowded marketplace, we have succeeded by staying ahead of the curve. No two projects are the same, and neither are our solutions. We’ve got the connections. We know the people. We have the opportunities. How soon can you start?