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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

WI · On-site

$144K - $238K/yr

Serve as a trusted adviser for Red Hat engineers and project and technical managers to deliver and implement the right solutions for our customers * Serve as a subject matter expert on site ...

Anivas Tech LLC

Red Hat/OpenShift SRE

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$56.50 - $75/hr

Operate, maintain, and improve Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) clusters supporting government agency workloads * Apply SRE principles including SLO/SLA definition, error budgets, and ...

Seamless Migration

Seamless Migration is seeking a career and customer-oriented Red Hat Linux Engineer, to join our team. Clearance * TS/SCI W/ CI Poly (existing clearance required to start) Locations * Alexandria, VA

Commitent

Junior Red Hat Linux Engineer

Virginia, IL · On-site

$110 - $120/hr

Overview CommIT Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an Junior Red Hat Linux Engineer tojoin the team in Quantico, VA . The successful candidate will use their Red Hat Linux experience to support the ...

Red Hat, Inc.

Partner closely with Red Hat's engineering, product management, and technical support teams to debug, test, and resolve. * Regularly contribute to the Red Hat knowledge base and share best practices ...

Commitent

$110 - $120/hr

Overview CommIT Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an Junior Red Hat Linux Engineer tojoin the team in Quantico, VA . The successful candidate will use their Red Hat Linux experience to support the ...

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How much do red hat engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for red hat engineer in the United States is $106,432.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $205,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Red Hat engineer?

A Red Hat Engineer is an IT professional who specializes in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems, ensuring their configuration, management, and security. They often work with automation tools like Ansible, manage system performance, and troubleshoot networking or security issues. These engineers may also hold Red Hat certifications such as RHCSA or RHCE, demonstrating their expertise in Linux system administration. Their role is crucial for organizations that rely on Red Hat technologies for their infrastructure.

What are the typical responsibilities and projects a Red Hat engineer works on?

Red Hat Engineers are commonly responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments across various servers and cloud platforms. Day-to-day tasks might include patch management, performance tuning, troubleshooting system issues, and developing automation scripts using tools like Ansible. They often collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and security teams to design and optimize infrastructure solutions. Project work may involve system migrations, implementing security protocols, or leading automation initiatives for more efficient IT operations. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies while continuously building expertise in Linux-based enterprise solutions.

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

To thrive as a Red Hat Engineer, you need a solid understanding of Linux systems administration, network configuration, and scripting, often supported by a degree in computer science or equivalent experience. Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), automation tools such as Ansible, and certification like Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) is highly valued. Problem solving, communication, and teamwork are important soft skills for collaborating across IT teams and addressing technical issues efficiently. These skills ensure that Red Hat Engineers can maintain secure, stable, and scalable enterprise environments while effectively supporting organizational goals.

How much do Red Hat engineers make?

Red Hat engineers typically earn between $80,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications such as RHCE. Senior roles or those with specialized skills in Linux, automation, and cloud environments can earn higher salaries. Compensation may also include benefits like bonuses and stock options.
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Infographic showing various Red Hat Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,432 per year, or $51.2 per hour.

Red Hat OpenShift Engineer Architect

B&H Photo-Video-Pro Audio

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$166K - $207K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

At over 50 years old and counting, B&H has built a reputation as the trusted resource for photography and videography enthusiasts via its NYC SuperStore and its award-winning website. Long known as "The Professional's Source", B&H is recognized by savvy consumers worldwide for its honest, knowledgeable guidance, expert tips and articles... and always-great prices.
B&H offers competitive salaries, medical benefits, a 401K plan, employee discounts and opportunities to grow within a high-energy, low-attitude environment. Make your move to B&H today!
  • Design, deploy, upgrade, and manage production-grade Red Hat OpenShift (Kubernetes) clusters at scale
  • Architect and implement enterprise storage solutions on OpenShift (Ceph, Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation, Rook, PVs, PVCs, StorageClasses, CSI drivers)
  • Design and manage advanced networking configurations including Multus, SR-IOV, OVN-Kubernetes, Network Policies, Ingress, Load Balancers, and service mesh integration
  • Implement and maintain GitOps workflows using ArgoCD, Flux, or similar tools
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for both infrastructure and application layers
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning using Terraform, Ansible, and OpenShift operators
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across compute, storage, networking, and cluster operators
  • Ensure high availability, scalability, backup, disaster recovery, and security compliance for OpenShift environments
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate closely with DevOps, SRE, Security, and Application teams
  • Stay current with Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes, Ceph, and related ecosystem advancements

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience managing production Kubernetes/OpenShift environments
  • Strong expertise in Red Hat OpenShift (certification such as EX280, DO280, or DO410 is highly preferred)
  • Deep hands-on experience with OpenShift Storage:Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation (ODF)Ceph (Rook)Persistent storage, snapshots, cloning, and performance tuning
  • Strong background in Networking:OVN-Kubernetes, Multus CNI, SR-IOV, MetalLB, Ingress ControllersNetwork policies, service mesh (Istio/Service Mesh), and advanced routing
  • Solid DevOps experience:GitOps (ArgoCD/Flux)
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
  • CI/CD (Jenkins, Tekton, GitHub Actions)
  • Scripting (Bash, Python, Go)
  • Strong Linux administration skills (RHEL 8/9)Experience with monitoring and observability stacks

Preferred Qualifications
  • Red Hat Certified OpenShift Administrator (EX280) or Specialist certifications
  • Experience with bare-metal, and hyperscaler deployments
  • Knowledge of OpenShift Virtualization, Serverless, and Pipelines
  • Familiarity with enterprise backup solutions

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