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Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Irving, TX

Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred. * Experience in Telecom service provider domain predominantly into Networking area of Telecom. * Ability to work in ...

Cypress HCM

OpenStack Administrator

Santa Clara, CA · Remote

This is a hands-on technical role working closely with engineering and DevOps teams across global time zones. Key Responsibilities * Deploy and manage OpenStack environments (manual and automated ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Boston, MA

Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred. * Experience in Telecom service provider domain predominantly into Networking area of Telecom. * Ability to work in ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Boston, MA

Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred. * Experience in Telecom service provider domain predominantly into Networking area of Telecom. * Ability to work in ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Irving, TX

Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred. * Experience in Telecom service provider domain predominantly into Networking area of Telecom. * Ability to work in ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Irving, TX

Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred. * Experience in Telecom service provider domain predominantly into Networking area of Telecom. * Ability to work in ...

Deegit Inc

OpenStack Cloud lead Engineer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

The Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team at Comcast views Operations as a software problem to maximize availability, performance, and capacity utilization of our private OpenStack-based cloud. We ...

MetroSys

OpenStack VDI Engineer / Architect

$75 - $125/hr

Position Overview MetroSys is seeking a highly skilled OpenStack VDI Engineer / Architect to design, build, and scale virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments capable of supporting thousands ...

Sonsoft Inc

NFV, Openstack Developer

Irving, TX

Understanding of Openstack and HEAT templates * NFV Domain Knowledge is preferred * Experience in Telecom service provider domain predominantly into Networking area of Telecom * Ability to work in ...

Collabera

OpenStack Front End Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

OpenStack Front End Engineer Duration: 6 Months of Contract with possible extensions Location: California - San Jose 1 . Understanding of open stack and AWS clouds, devops 2. Experience with SOAP and ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for openstack engineer in the United States is $47.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $60.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges OpenStack Engineers face when managing large-scale cloud environments?

OpenStack Engineers often encounter challenges such as maintaining high availability across distributed systems, troubleshooting complex networking issues, and ensuring seamless upgrades without service disruptions. Managing resource allocation efficiently and securing multi-tenant environments are also frequent concerns. Collaboration with development, security, and operations teams is essential to address these challenges and keep the OpenStack infrastructure running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an OpenStack Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an OpenStack Engineer, you need strong expertise in cloud computing, Linux system administration, networking, and scripting languages such as Python or Bash, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with OpenStack components, orchestration tools like Ansible, and certifications such as Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help engineers collaborate with teams and resolve complex issues efficiently. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure reliable design, deployment, and management of scalable cloud infrastructure.

What is an OpenStack Engineer?

An OpenStack Engineer is an IT professional who specializes in deploying, configuring, managing, and maintaining OpenStack cloud environments. OpenStack is an open-source platform used for building and managing public and private clouds. These engineers ensure the cloud infrastructure is secure, scalable, and performs optimally, often working with other teams to integrate OpenStack with existing systems. They may also handle troubleshooting, upgrades, and automation of cloud operations to support organizational goals.

What is the difference between Openstack Engineer vs Cloud Engineer?

AspectOpenstack EngineerCloud Engineer
Required CertificationsOpenStack certifications, Linux, networkingAWS, Azure, Google Cloud certifications, Linux, networking
Work EnvironmentData centers, private cloud environmentsPublic cloud platforms, hybrid environments
Industry UsageTelecom, large enterprises with private cloudsVarious industries using public or hybrid clouds
Common Search IntentImplementing and managing OpenStack cloud infrastructureDesigning and managing cloud solutions across platforms

Openstack Engineers focus on deploying and maintaining private cloud environments using OpenStack technology, often within data centers or enterprise settings. Cloud Engineers have a broader scope, working across multiple cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and designing scalable cloud solutions. While both roles require cloud and Linux knowledge, Openstack Engineers specialize in OpenStack-specific skills, whereas Cloud Engineers work with various cloud services to meet organizational needs.

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Infographic showing various Openstack Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 2% As Needed, 5% Full Time, 4% Temporary, 80% Contract, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,940 per year, or $47.1 per hour.
Senior Platform- Open Stack Devops Engineer / III Level Support CGEMJP00311143

Senior Platform- Open Stack Devops Engineer / III Level Support CGEMJP00311143

R2 Technologies Corporation

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Overview:
Senior Platform- Open Stack Devops Engineer / III Level Support CGEMJP00311143
Remote
Description:
Senior Platform- Open Stack Devops Engineer / III Level Support
Client Name- Cloud Infra provider- will share name later
Remote is ok
Work hours -7.00am-4.00pm EST - Need to work in EST hours- 8 hour shift
Visa -any
Note - Pl read the REK carefully before making any submissions
Core Skills -
Experienced OpenStack DevOps engineer specializing in OpenStack leveraging Cisco UCS, Ceph, Neutron, Octavia, Manila, Cinder, Nova, Ironic, Glance, Ansible, Terraform/Pulumi, GoLang, Git architect and operate secure, scalable infrastructure-driving automation, enforcing policy, and ensuring availability across virtualized and hybrid environments.
Skills:
OpenStack DevOps,Cisco,UCS,Neutron,Ansible,Cinder,GoLang

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