About the role
We’re looking for an OpenStack Cloud Engineer to help build, operate, and optimise the core services of a large‑scale, sovereign cloud platform. You’ll work across Linux systems, cloud infrastructure, automation, and open‑source components to ensure a secure, scalable, and highly available environment.
Requirements:
* Hands‑on production experience with OpenStack (especially Cinder and Nova)
* Deep knowledge ofLinux systems administration and cloud infrastructure, extending into Linux internals (kernel subsystems, process and memory management, networking stack) and virtualization (KVM, QEMU, OpenStack, Open vSwitch)
* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, build management, and release processes
* Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
* Good command of English
Nice to have:
* Programming skills in Python and/or Go
* OpenStack upstream contribution experience is a plus
* Experienced in using AI tools in day-to-day workflow
* Experience running Kubernetes in production
Potential responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain OpenStack Cinder block storage services.
* Develop and maintain OpenStack Nova compute services.
* Build and maintain automation workflows using Python and/or Go.
* Operate and administer Linux-based cloud infrastructure.
* Contribute patches and improvements to OpenStack upstream projects.
* Participate in code reviews and knowledge sharing within the team.
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