OpenShift Platform Expert at Siemens in Pune, Maharashtra, IN

Hello Visionary!

We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are growing. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

We are looking for a OpenShift Platform Expert

You’ll make a difference by:

· As an OpenShift Platform Expert, you'll be at the forefront of installing, operating, and supporting container platforms in a sophisticated hybrid architecture spanning Siemens high-security data centers, EDGE environments, and public cloud. Your work will ensure the security and operational availability of critical IT services and applications across Siemens AG – even during prolonged disaster situations.

· Install, migrate, and configure highly critical and complex OpenShift clusters for container and virtualization workloads across various hardware and software technologies

· Implement project-specific customizations for tailored products and optimize performance while ensuring compliance with corporate requirements

· Integrate IT subsystems into the overall system architecture, including central identity management

· Independently develop automation and self-service functions using Advanced Cluster Management, Ansible Automation Platform, ArgoCD, Git, GitOps, HP-OO, and other tools

· Continuously optimize business processes and maintain comprehensive documentation

· Drive DevOps initiatives with CI/CD pipelines using Tekton and Jenkins

· Harden and monitor deployed solutions according to company guidelines and industry best practices

· Implement SELinux, iptables, and scanning tools for operating systems and container images

· Ensure compliance using tools like Sysdig and Qualys

· Provide expert guidance on storage providers (Trident, OpenShift Data Foundation, Container Storage Interface) and network interfaces for containerized/virtualized services

· Advise on server/network architecture, software configurations, and applications (Apache Kafka, Postgres, MongoDB, Kong, SAP, Oracle, etc.)

· Support DevOps teams in deploying containerized applications and debugging "12 factor apps"

· Manage operation, administration, and configuration of container platforms while maintaining availability, integrity, and confidentiality

· Handle complex problems with containers and virtualized infrastructures independently

· Analyze and resolve performance issues to meet business needs and high service levels

· Integrate solutions into operational environments (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana)

· Participate in 24/7 on-call duty to ensure continuous operations

You’ll win us over by:

· BE - Electrical, Electronics & Communications or Instrumentation Engineering with 5-9 years of experience administering high-availability solutions in IT environments, 3-5 years of hands-on experience with virtual infrastructures (VMware or OpenShift) and container solutions with OpenShift

· Experience in Container solutions: OpenShift 4.x and above

· Virtual solutions: OpenShift 4.x and aboveCluster management: RedHat Advanced Cluster Management

· Operating systems: RedHat Linux (RedHat CoreOS V8.x-V10.x, RHEL V8.x-V10.x), SUSE-Linux (SLES V15.x – SLES V16.x)

· Storage management: Linux LVM, ODF, Trident

· Platform and container hardening: Sysdig, Qualys

· Cloud solutions: AWS

· Programming/automation: Shell, Perl, Python, Ansible, HP-OO, Operators, Helm, Terraform, GitOps

· High availability solutions, Firewall, Routing & Proxy, Analytical capabilities and ITIL

· Technical English for communication with management, customers, and suppliers

· DevOps support: CI/CD with Tekton, Jenkins, 12 Factor Apps

· Willingness to participate in 24/7 on-call duty due to high-availability requirements

· Flexibility to work shifts across different time zones

· Strong presentation and communication skills

· Self-directed approach to continuous learning and professional development

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!

This role is based in Pune, where you’ll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries - and the shape of things to come.

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.

We’re Siemens. A collection of over 312,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and imagination and help us shape tomorrow.

Find out more about Siemens careers at: www.siemens.com/careers