Your new company
We are seeking a skilled Openstack Platform Engineer to join our OpenStack Platform Team, responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of our on-premises private cloud infrastructure. This platform spans multiple data centres and integrates Red Hat OpenStack for compute, Red Hat Ceph for storage, and enterprise-grade physical infrastructure.
Your new role
This role is ideal for a proactive engineer who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about automation, cloud technologies, and continuous improvement. You will contribute to both business-as-usual operations and ongoing platform enhancements.
Key Responsibilities- Provide operational support for Red Hat OpenStack and Ceph clusters in a production environment.
- Automate maintenance, upgrades, and deployments using Ansible, Python, and Bash.
- Identify and implement platform improvements independently.
- Maintain clear, concise documentation to support operational continuity.
- Collaborate with team members and transfer knowledge to permanent staff through structured handovers.
- Participate in planning, task prioritisation, and technical discussions.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience deploying, administering, and supporting large-scale Red Hat OpenStack environments.
- Strong skills in infrastructure automation using Ansible, Python, and Bash.
- Familiarity with Git and modern development workflows.
- Experience with Red Hat Ceph storage cluster design, deployment, and support.
- Experience administering OpenShift/Kubernetes in on-premises enterprise environments.
- Proficiency in managing and troubleshooting enterprise-grade physical hardware and networking.
- Australian Citizenship and a minimum NV1 security clearance are required.
What you'll get in return
- Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference in the federal space.
- Competitive Salary: Enjoy a salary package that reflects your skills and experience.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your personal and professional life.
- Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit your updated CV, or contact me at Teja.Kuchimanchi@hays.com.au or 02 6112 7693 for a confidential discussion.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
