Openshift Virtualization Architect

9 - 12 Years
- 1 Opening
- Bangalore

**Role description**:
**As a Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization Architect, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of virtualization and containerization solutions using Red Hat OpenShift. This role requires a deep understanding of Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes, and virtualization technologies, along with strong architectural expertise to support enterprise-level infrastructure projects.**
- Design and implement highly scalable and resilient OpenShift-based virtualization solutions.
- Develop architectural frameworks and best practices for hybrid and multi-cloud OpenShift deployments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions that align with client requirements and business goals.
- Lead the deployment of OpenShift Virtualization to integrate both containerized and virtualized workloads.
- Create templates, workflows, and automation to streamline provisioning and scaling of resources in OpenShift.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines for OpenShift environments to enhance software deployment processes.
- Optimize OpenShift cluster performance, monitoring, and scalability.
- Analyze and improve workload performance in virtualized environments, ensuring high availability and efficient resource usage.
- Serve as a technical advisor for OpenShift Virtualization topics, guiding other teams and clients.
- Conduct hands-on workshops, training sessions, and architectural reviews with stakeholders.
- Document architectural designs, configurations, and best practices.
- Develop standards for system hardening, security, and network configurations within the OpenShift ecosystem

**Essential Requirements**.
- Strong experience with Red Hat OpenShift (OCP) and Kubernetes ecosystem.
- Proficient in virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM, VMware) and OpenShift Virtualization.
- In-depth knowledge of Linux systems administration and networking.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Argo CD, or GitLab CI.
- Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC), especially with tools like Ansible and Terraform
- Sound understanding of Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) concepts and implementations.
- Experience with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid/multi-cloud architecture.
- Understanding of DevOps practices and principles, including containerization, automation, and monitoring tools.
- Experience in designing up to medium complexity solutions with hybrid or private cloud architecture.
- Ability to work independently and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- An active listener with excellent communications and interpersonal skills with an ability to read complex customer situations and adapt as needed.
- Deep understanding of deployment, management and administration of Industry top IT Automation and Orchestration tools
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams.
- Experience with PowerShell and Bash scripting is a plus.
- Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift or relevant Red Hat certifications.
- VMware certifications such as VCP, VCAP, or VCIX are highly desirable.
- Experience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python) is suitable.
- Experience in Datacenter migration using various methods (ex. P2V, V2V) and tools.

**Skills**:
OpenShift Virtualization, OCP, CI/CD

**About UST**:
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.