OpenStack Architect

Procom is seeking an experienced OpenStack Architect for a contract-to-hire position based in San Jose, CA. This role involves designing and architecting OpenStack-based cloud solutions to meet the infrastructure requirements of our client in the semiconductor industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and architect OpenStack-based cloud solutions to align with the organization's infrastructure needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, assess existing infrastructure, and develop solution designs that meet business objectives.
• Define architecture standards, best practices, and design patterns for OpenStack deployments.
• Lead the implementation and deployment of OpenStack environments, including installation, configuration, and integration of core OpenStack services (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone, etc.).
• Configure and optimize hypervisor platforms (e.g., KVM, VMware) for use with OpenStack.
• Integrate OpenStack with other infrastructure components such as storage systems, networking equipment, and identity management solutions.
• Develop automation scripts and templates (using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform) to streamline deployment and management tasks.
• Implement orchestration workflows to automate provisioning, scaling, and lifecycle management of cloud resources.
• Implement security controls and measures to safeguard OpenStack environments against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to cloud security and data privacy.
• Conduct security assessments and audits of OpenStack deployments and remediate identified risks.

• Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing OpenStack-based cloud infrastructure in enterprise environments.
• In-depth knowledge of OpenStack architecture, components, and services.
• Hands-on experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM, VMware), Linux operating systems, and networking concepts.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Industry certifications such as Certified OpenStack Administrator (COA) or Certified OpenStack Architect (COA) are desirable.