Software Engineer

We are seeking a skilled OpenStack and NFVI Engineer to design, implement, and manage cloud-based infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in deploying OpenStack environments and expertise in NFV, virtualization, and network functions.

• Design, deploy, and maintain OpenStack-based private or hybrid cloud environments.
• Configure and optimize NFVI for high availability and performance to support VNFs (Virtualized Network Functions).
• Implement and manage virtualization technologies like KVM, VMware, or similar.
• Automate deployment, scaling, and maintenance using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or similar.
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Collaborate with DevOps, network, and security teams to integrate OpenStack with CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage storage, compute, and network components of NFVI.
• Create documentation, including design specifications, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards for security and performance in NFVI environments.

• Technical Expertise:
• Strong experience with OpenStack architecture and services (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Keystone, Glance, etc.).
• Knowledge of NFV architecture, ETSI standards, and VIM (Virtualized Infrastructure Manager).
• Hands-on experience with containerization platforms like Kubernetes or OpenShift.
• Familiarity with SDN (Software-Defined Networking) solutions such as OpenDaylight or Tungsten Fabric.
• Experience with Linux-based systems and scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.).
• Understanding of networking protocols (e.g., VXLAN, BGP, OVS, SR-IOV).
• Knowledge of Ceph or other distributed storage solutions.
• Tools:
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, etc.).
• Configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).
• Certifications (Preferred):
• OpenStack Certified Administrator (COA).
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
• Kubernetes certifications like CKA or CKAD.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Equivalent experience may also be considered.

• Deployment of VNFs/CNFs in production-grade environments.
• Hands-on experience with edge computing solutions.
• Previous work with telco operators or large-scale cloud providers.