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Openshift Administrator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

OpenShift Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

Administer multiple OpenShift clusters. * Support Platform-as-a-Service offerings. * Provide engineering, support, automation, and thought leadership related to Platform-as-a-Service offerings.

OpenShift Engineer

Tullahoma, TN · On-site

$45.75 - $62.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Red Hat OpenShift clusters in development, test, and production environments. * Deploy, manage, and optimize containerized applications using Kubernetes and ...

OpenShift Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$52.50 - $71.75/hr

Administer, support, and optimize OpenShift clusters and associated PaaS environments. * Design and implement automation for deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management of containerized ...

OpenShift DevOps Engineer

Tullahoma, TN · Hybrid

$45.75 - $62.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Responsibilities • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Red Hat OpenShift clusters in development, test, and production environments. • Deploy, manage, and optimize containerized applications ...

Experienced Linux Administrator with a preference of experience in installing and administrating Openshift, Redis and Elastic. Also, the below mentioned skills are good to have in some cases this ...

Red Hat OpenShift Cloud Engineer SME

Springfield, VA · On-site

$58.25 - $78/hr

Architect, plan, deploy, administer, upgrade, optimize, and sustain Red Hat OpenShift environments across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid infrastructure and applicable DoD impact/classification levels.

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How much do openshift administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for openshift administrator in the United States is $56.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.36 and $66.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common responsibilities and challenges faced by an OpenShift Administrator?

As an Openshift Administrator, your daily responsibilities typically include managing and monitoring containerized workloads, configuring security, automating deployments, and maintaining cluster performance and health. You’ll often collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, and IT security teams to ensure applications run smoothly within the Openshift platform. One common challenge in this role is troubleshooting complex issues related to networking, storage, or cluster upgrades while minimizing downtime. Staying updated with the latest Openshift features and best practices is important to proactively address emerging challenges and add value to your organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the OpenShift Administrator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Openshift Administrator, you need a strong background in Linux system administration, container orchestration, and networking concepts, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications like Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration. Experience with tools such as Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring platforms like Prometheus is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams help set standout candidates apart. These abilities ensure the efficient deployment, management, and troubleshooting of containerized applications in dynamic enterprise environments.

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Infographic showing various Openshift Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,501 per year, or $56 per hour.

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

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Job description

Location: Dallas, TX - in-office presence requirement 3 days weekly or more as needed

Job Type: 12-month Contract

Target Salary Range*: $150,000 - $190,000.

*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary


Position Overview

The OpenShift Engineer is accountable for engineering, support, automation, and thought leadership related to Platform-as-a-Service offerings. This role will administer multiple OpenShift clusters and assist project teams with application migrations to Platform-as-a-Service offerings and related activities.


Key ResponsibilitiesOpenShift Administration and Platform Support
  • Administer multiple OpenShift clusters.
  • Support Platform-as-a-Service offerings.
  • Provide engineering, support, automation, and thought leadership related to Platform-as-a-Service offerings.
  • Support OpenShift Administration.
  • Support OpenShift Data Foundation.
  • Support OpenShift Platform Plus.
  • Support Advanced Cluster Management.
  • Support Advanced Cluster Security.
  • Support Ceph Administration.
Application Migration and Containerization
  • Assist project teams with application migrations to Platform-as-a-Service offerings.
  • Support related application migration activities.
  • Apply extensive knowledge of Linux containers, Docker, Kubernetes, and deployment of containerized applications and microservices architectures.
  • Support migration and refactoring of applications to containerized workloads.
DevOps, Automation, and CI/CD
  • Work with automated deployment tools.
  • Apply conceptual and practical understanding of DevOps concepts, tools, and practices.
  • Work with CI/CD tools such as GitLab.
Enterprise Application and Networking Support
  • Apply working knowledge of Java, JBoss, nginx, Node.js, and enterprise application architectures.
  • Apply working knowledge of networking topics such as protocols, firewalls, load balancers, and related areas.
Communication, Documentation, and Knowledge Sharing
  • Communicate complex technical issues.
  • Provide comprehensive written, oral, and digital products.
  • Document and share knowledge.
  • Train other members of the team.

QualificationsExperience
  • OpenShift Administration.
  • OpenShift Data Foundation.
  • OpenShift Platform Plus.
  • Advanced Cluster Management.
  • Advanced Cluster Security.
  • Ceph Administration.
  • Extensive knowledge of Linux containers, Docker, Kubernetes, and deployment of containerized applications and microservices architectures.
  • Working knowledge of Java, JBoss, nginx, Node.js, and enterprise application architectures.
  • Specific knowledge and experience with migrating and refactoring applications to containerized workloads.
  • Experience with automated deployment tools.
  • Conceptual and applied understanding of DevOps concepts, tools, and practices.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab.
  • Working knowledge of networking topics such as protocols, firewalls, load balancers, and related areas.
Skills
  • Analytical skills and the ability to apply these skills in a multi-tasking environment where multiple projects require participation at a given time.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical issues.
  • Ability to provide comprehensive written, oral, and digital products.
  • Willingness to document, share knowledge, and train other members of the team.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of SSL certificates.
  • Experience with Agile teams, tools, practices, and ceremonies, including kanban, stand-ups, and sprints.
  • Keeps abreast of relevant industry-leading standards and emerging technologies.
  • Container and pod-level monitoring and logging experience with Dynatrace and QRadar.