Ventrum
IT - Sr Systems Engineer (OpenStack and Nutanix)
Ventrum, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
IT - Sr Systems Engineer (OpenStack and Nutanix)
We are seeking highly skilled OpenStack and Nutanix Administrators to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role is crucial in managing, optimizing, and ensuring the seamless operation of cloud and hyper-converged infrastructure environments. The ideal candidates will possess strong technical expertise, excellent problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to work in dynamic environments.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and maintain OpenStack cloud environments and Nutanix hyper-converged infrastructure.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability of services.
Design and implement scalable solutions to meet organizational needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure with business objectives.
Perform upgrades, patches, and routine maintenance for OpenStack and Nutanix systems.
Develop automation scripts for efficient system management using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and Pulumi.
Ensure compliance with security standards and implement best practices for data protection.
Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field) and 6-9 years of relevant experience.
Strong expertise in OpenStack architecture, deployment, and management.
Hands‑on experience with Nutanix AHV, Prism Central, and related tools.
Proficiency in Linux system administration and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python).
Excellent familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM) and container platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).
Knowledge of networking concepts such as VLANs, SDN, and load balancing.
Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus or Nagios.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Certifications in OpenStack or Nutanix (e.g., NCP‑MCI) are a plus.
Location San Jose, CA
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Key Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and maintain OpenStack cloud environments and Nutanix hyper-converged infrastructure.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability of services.
Design and implement scalable solutions to meet organizational needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure with business objectives.
Perform upgrades, patches, and routine maintenance for OpenStack and Nutanix systems.
Develop automation scripts for efficient system management using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and Pulumi.
Ensure compliance with security standards and implement best practices for data protection.
Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field) and 6-9 years of relevant experience.
Strong expertise in OpenStack architecture, deployment, and management.
Hands‑on experience with Nutanix AHV, Prism Central, and related tools.
Proficiency in Linux system administration and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python).
Excellent familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM) and container platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).
Knowledge of networking concepts such as VLANs, SDN, and load balancing.
Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus or Nagios.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Certifications in OpenStack or Nutanix (e.g., NCP‑MCI) are a plus.
Location San Jose, CA
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