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OpenShift DevOps Engineer

Tullahoma, TN · Hybrid

$45.75 - $62.50/hr

OpenShift DevOps Engineer Job Location: Tullahoma, TN Clearance Required: Active Secret Security Clearance (Preferred), Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance (Required ...

Red Hat OpenShift Cloud Engineer SME

Springfield, VA · On-site

$58.25 - $78/hr

Everforth ECS is seeking a Red Hat OpenShift Cloud Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to work Hybrid remote/onsite supporting Fairfax, VA and/or Springfield, VA customer locations. Regular SCIF ...

Red Hat/OpenShift SRE

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$56.50 - $75/hr

Anivas Tech is seeking a RH/OpenShift SRE to support our government agency IT operations. We are looking for a skilled professional with 3+ years of relevant experience who brings strong technical ...

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How much do openshift jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for openshift in the United States is $52.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.07 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an OpenShift administrator do?

An OpenShift Administrator or Engineer is primarily responsible for managing and maintaining the OpenShift container platform, including deploying and scaling applications, ensuring platform security, and troubleshooting cluster-related issues. Daily tasks often involve automating processes with scripting, monitoring system performance, and working closely with development, security, and operations teams to support CI/CD pipelines. You may also be involved in configuring network and storage resources, applying updates or patches, and developing best practices for platform usage. This role offers a balance of hands-on technical work and cross-functional collaboration, making it ideal for professionals who enjoy both engineering and team interaction.

What is an OpenShift?

An OpenShift job typically involves managing, deploying, and maintaining containerized applications using Red Hat OpenShift, a Kubernetes-based container orchestration platform. Professionals in this role work with automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure to ensure scalability and security. Responsibilities may include configuring OpenShift clusters, troubleshooting deployments, and optimizing containerized workflows. Experience with Kubernetes, Linux, and cloud platforms is often required.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an OpenShift position?

To thrive as an OpenShift Administrator or Engineer, you need strong expertise in container orchestration, Linux system administration, and scripting, typically supported by experience with Kubernetes and cloud environments. Familiarity with Red Hat OpenShift, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab, and certifications such as Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration are highly desirable. Effective problem-solving, collaboration, and clear communication stand out as valuable soft skills. These competencies are essential to ensure reliable application deployments, efficient troubleshooting, and seamless teamwork across DevOps and IT teams.

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Infographic showing various Openshift job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,664 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

OpenShift System Administrator

Prophecy Technologies

Saint Louis, MO • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled System Engineer to support and enhance enterprise infrastructure platforms in a client-facing environment. This role emphasizes expertise in OpenShift Container Platform and Linux Administration, requiring close collaboration with a distributed team and direct engagement with client stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, build, configure, and maintain on-premises OpenShift Container Platform clusters.
  • Design, build, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server infrastructure across on-premises, Amazon AWS, and Microsoft Azure environments.
  • Automate server build, configuration, and deployment processes using shell scripting and Ansible.
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance orchestration using Rundeck for automated operational activities.
  • Act as an on-call escalation engineer for after-hours support and rapid resolution of high-severity incidents.
  • Perform advanced troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and performance tuning for OpenShift Container Platform and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
  • Engage in daily client interactions, providing technical updates and supporting service reviews.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.
  • Support change management activities, releases, and production deployments.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, build standards, automation artifacts, and operational runbooks.
  • Identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and service improvement.

Required Skills:
  • Strong hands-on experience with Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform (installation, upgrades, cluster administration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management).
  • Strong experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration (build, patching, performance tuning, and troubleshooting).
  • Solid understanding of Kubernetes architecture and core concepts (pods, deployments, networking, storage, RBAC).
  • Experience with automation and configuration management using shell scripting.
  • Experience supporting production environments, including change management, incident response, root cause analysis, and on-call rotations.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in System Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, or Platform Engineering roles.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience developing and maintaining Ansible playbooks and automation frameworks.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios).
  • Understanding of security best practices.
  • Experience with Rundeck or similar orchestration tools.