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Openstack Jobs in Weehawken, NJ (NOW HIRING)

VMWare vCloud, OpenStack (Icehouse or more recent) Hypervisor ESX/ESXi, KVM Virtualization vCenter, vRealize Automation vRA (VCAC+VCO+VCM) Automation & Orch VCAC/VCO, Vsphere PowerCLI Programming ...

Cloud Architect

Jersey City, NJ

$67.75 - $86.25/hr

Advanced OpenStack and vSphere/vRO Application Programming Interface (API) implementation knowledge and skill set * Working knowledge of various cloud topology specifications for applications

Virtualization & Cloud Migration - Automating VM migrations into OpenStack with KubeVirt and KVM * Performance Optimization - Advanced tuning techniques for OpenStack environments * Cloud-Native ...

DevOps Engineer

Jersey City, NJ

$55 - $75.50/hr

Preferred experience in Puppet Should have expert knowledge in dynamic environment provisioning using vagrant/virtual box on local and Openstack/Rackspace on cloud. Best Regards Sandeep Ph: 720-458 ...

DevOps Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$55 - $75.50/hr

Preferred experience in Puppet • Should have expert knowledge in dynamic environment provisioning using vagrant/virtual box on local and Openstack/Rackspace on cloud. Best Regards Sandeep Ph: 720 ...

Cloud Leader

Moonachie, NJ · On-site

$56 - $74.75/hr

... Openstack, Hyper V , Citrix or similar. • System Management and Analysis experience • Experience with System Automation, Crash Recovery, Backup/Restore • Managing Operating System supporting ...

Cloud Leader

Moonachie, NJ

$56 - $74.75/hr

... Machine, Openstack, Hyper V , Citrix or similar. System Management and Analysis experience Experience with System Automation, Crash Recovery, Backup/Restore Managing Operating System supporting ...

Our platform is built on OpenStack and Ceph, and this role sits at the intersection of application security, platform engineering, and developer enablement. You should be comfortable reviewing ...

Work closely with cloud and platform teams to align application architecture with OpenStack, Ceph, and Kubernetes capabilities and constraints. * Continuously refine patterns, libraries, and ...

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How much do openstack jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for openstack in Weehawken, NJ is $68.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66.15 and $71.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive in an OpenStack role, you need a solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, virtualization concepts, Linux systems administration, and networking. Proficiency with OpenStack components, orchestration tools such as Ansible, and holding certifications like COA (Certified OpenStack Administrator) are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help OpenStack professionals work efficiently within collaborative, fast-paced environments. These skills ensure robust cloud deployments, quick resolution of issues, and seamless teamwork essential for successful cloud infrastructure management.

What is an OpenStack job?

An OpenStack job typically involves working with OpenStack, an open-source cloud computing platform used to deploy and manage cloud infrastructure. Professionals in this role may be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting OpenStack environments. Common job titles include OpenStack Engineer, Cloud Administrator, or DevOps Engineer, and they often require expertise in Linux, networking, virtualization, and automation tools like Ansible or Terraform. This role is crucial for organizations that rely on private or hybrid cloud solutions.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in an OpenStack role?

A professional in an OpenStack role typically spends their day managing and deploying infrastructure components, monitoring system health, and troubleshooting any service or network issues. They may also automate cloud operations using orchestration tools, apply regular security patches, and coordinate with development and security teams to ensure alignment with organizational policies. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is common, especially when integrating new features or scaling environments. This role offers a dynamic work environment where problem-solving and adaptability are daily essentials.

Infographic showing various Openstack job openings in Weehawken, NJ as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, and 52% Contract. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,541 per year, or $68.5 per hour.

Cloud Engineer (Linux)

Collabera

New York, NY

Contractor

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs. 


Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence.

Job Description

Key Skills: 

OS Platforms: Linux (RHEL 6 and 7) 

Cloud Platforms: VMWare vCloud, OpenStack (Icehouse or more recent) 

Hypervisor ESX/ESXi, KVM 

Virtualization vCenter, vRealize Automation vRA (VCAC+VCO+VCM) 

Automation & Orch VCAC/VCO, Vsphere PowerCLI 

Programming JavaScript, Python, Ruby 

Configuration Mgmt Puppet, Bladelogic, RedHat Foreman, Satellite 

Storage VMAX, VNX, FC, FCoE 

Security Active Directory, Vintela, PowerBroker 

Networking DNS, DHCP, IPAM, VLAN/VXLAN, Virtual switch/NIC configuration


Preferred Skills

OS Platforms: Windows 2008 R2/2012 R2 

Cloud Platforms: AWS, EC2, 

Virtualization vSAN, (storage), NSX (network) 

Automation & Orch VCAC/VCO JavaScript 

Storage VMAX, VNX, FC, FCoE 

Security Syslog/NG, Splunk/Cloudera, Qualys, VMWare VCM security integration, ESM 

Testing CURL, Tempest, other frameworks 

Networking F5 BigIP / 3DNS


Qualifications

Required Skills:

Must Have Experience working with VMware/OpenStack products and a demonstrated record of successful implementations. 

Must Have a working knowledge of VMWare's Software Defined Data Center and/or Openstack application suite, with experience architecting, sizing, and deploying vSphere, VCO and OpenStack (all components). 

Must Have working knowledge of both Linux and Windows deployment and configuration management, with expert skills in Linux Engineering.

Additional Information

If interested, feel free to contact me:
Yogesh Prabhakar,

Technical Recruiter 

Email: yogesh.prabhakar(a)collabera.com

phone: 9734757436