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Mirantis

Principal OpenStack Engineer (Post-Sales)

The Principal OpenStack Engineer (Post-Sales) is a senior, customer-facing technical role within ... Build a deep working knowledge of each customer's architecture, use cases, internal platform ...

Ziply Fiber

OpenStack/KVM architecture, cluster topology, and operational model -- including the full migration program from VMware. * Define Proxmox deployment architecture for environments requiring ...

BCforward

Cloud Architect

Dallas, TX · On-site

$64.25 - $81.75/hr

OpenStack * CoreOS * Artifactory * Jenkins Additional Information Namratha Gandavarapu 317-210-8733

Mirantis

Principal OpenStack Engineer (Post-Sales)

The Principal OpenStack Engineer (Post-Sales) is a senior, customer-facing technical role within ... Build a deep working knowledge of each customer's architecture, use cases, internal platform ...

Cisco Systems, Inc.

$128K - $184K/yr

Your Impact As a Software Engineer on the CloudV team, you will play a pivotal role in the architectural evolution and stabilization of the OpenStack platform, driving its transition from an early ...

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Red Hat, Inc.

$134K - $221K/yr

As an Architect, you will serve as a customer advocate with these organizations to deliver the ... OpenStack, OpenShift Virtualization, and VMware. • Experience with AppDev automation and ...

Omni Inclusive

Packet Broker Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

... OpenStack architecture and how networking operates in an OpenStack cloud • Project management experience, with strong leadership skills and ability to drive teams to consensus Even better if you ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Boston, MA

In this role, you will significantly contribute to identifying best-fit architectural solutions for ... Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred * Experience in ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Irving, TX · On-site

In this role, you will significantly contribute to identifying best-fit architectural solutions for ... Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred. * Experience in ...

Redhat

Senior Telco Architect

$134K - $221K/yr

As an Architect, you will serve as a customer advocate with these organizations to deliver the ... Virtualization platforms utilizing KVM, QEMU, OpenStack, OpenShift Virtualization, and VMware.

Keylent Inc

AWS Architect

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$63.75 - $83.50/hr

They are seeking a Principal Solution Architect Cloud (AWS) to assist clients with cloud adoption ... as OpenStack and public cloud such as either AWS or Azure • Experienced DevOps practitioner ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Irving, TX · On-site

In this role, you will significantly contribute to identifying best-fit architectural solutions for ... Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred * Experience in ...

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How much do openstack architect jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for openstack architect in the United States is $61.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.07 and $75.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an OpenStack architect?

An OpenStack Architect is a specialized IT professional responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing the implementation of cloud infrastructure using the OpenStack platform. They ensure that the cloud environment is scalable, secure, and meets the organization’s technical and business requirements. Their role often involves collaborating with stakeholders, selecting appropriate OpenStack components, and providing guidance on best practices for deployment and management. OpenStack Architects also stay current with evolving technologies to optimize and future-proof the cloud infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an OpenStack architect?

To thrive as an Openstack Architect, you need deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, virtualization technologies, and strong knowledge of Linux systems, typically backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with OpenStack components, orchestration tools like Ansible, and relevant certifications such as Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help you design scalable solutions and collaborate with diverse teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for building robust, secure, and efficient cloud environments tailored to organizational needs.

How does an OpenStack architect typically collaborate with other IT teams during cloud infrastructure projects?

An OpenStack Architect works closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and DevOps specialists, to design and implement scalable cloud solutions. Collaboration often involves defining infrastructure requirements, integrating OpenStack with existing systems, and troubleshooting deployment issues. Regular meetings and clear documentation are essential to ensure all teams are aligned on project goals and timelines. This collaborative approach not only streamlines the deployment process but also ensures the cloud environment meets organizational needs.

What is the difference between Openstack Architect vs Cloud Engineer?

AspectOpenstack ArchitectCloud Engineer
CertificationsOpenStack certifications, cloud architecture credentialsCloud platform certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP), general IT certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigning and implementing OpenStack cloud solutions, working with virtualization and cloud infrastructureManaging cloud services, deploying applications, and maintaining cloud infrastructure across platforms
Industry UsagePrimarily in private cloud deployments, data centers, and enterprise environmentsAcross public, private, and hybrid cloud environments in various industries

Openstack Architects focus on designing and implementing OpenStack cloud solutions, requiring specialized knowledge of OpenStack components. Cloud Engineers have a broader role, managing and deploying cloud services across multiple platforms. While both roles work within cloud environments, the Openstack Architect specializes in OpenStack infrastructure, whereas Cloud Engineers handle diverse cloud platforms and services.

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Infographic showing various Openstack Architect job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,392 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Cloud System Architect

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

Peterson Technologies
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Peterson Technologiesexternal

$170K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Cloud Infrastructure Services hosted in multiple cloud environments. Provides Tier I/II and Tier 3 (Escalation to Architecture Team) resolution of customer capacity requests. Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to management and internal customers. Provide connectivity and utilization support to Cloud Infrastructure Services managed cloud environment customers.
Required: Strong knowledge of cloud solutions included but not limited to AWS, OpenStack and Microsoft Azure products. Demonstrated experience using tools like OpenStack, Eucalyptus, OpenShift, and Kubernetes. Must possess one active mid-level or advanced cloud certification (i.e. AWS, Azure, OpenStack). Must have 9 years of related work experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related technical field. Must work with little to no prescriptive guidance. An additional four (4) years of relevant experience can be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree. (U) Development experience with both Linux and Windows workloads using cloud technologies with automation including Amazon Cloudformation, OpsWorks, Ansible, Chef, and Docker. Demonstrated experience writing software scripts using languages such as Perl, Python, or Ruby.
AWS
Terraform
Linux
Any eExperience with the HCI transition - refactoring in HCI
Any experience with AWS ServePro team & services offered
Peterson Technologies provides for an excellent benefit package to include generous PTO, healthcare, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k contribution and Tuition and Training reimbursement. 
Salary range depending on experience - $200,000 - $230,000
Peterson Technologies will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability.
Please send your request to HR at jobs@ptech-llc.com or call.
 

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