OpenStack Specialist

CCA Professional Recruiting; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Canada is seeking an experienced OpenStack Specialist to join their Cloud Engineering team. The ideal candidate will architect and support OpenStack-based private cloud environments. Responsibilities include designing infrastructure, automating deployments, and providing troubleshooting support. The role requires a bachelor's degree, OpenStack certification, and 5+ years of experience. This position offers a hands-on opportunity with competitive compensation ranging from CAD 120-150K, along with a hybrid work arrangement.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Continuous learning opportunities

Inclusive tech-driven culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with OpenStack in enterprise or service provider environments.
• Proven expertise in Linux administration (preferably RHEL, CentOS, or Ubuntu).
• Excellent scripting skills (Python, Bash).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust OpenStack infrastructure aligned with client requirements.
• Automate deployment and configuration using tools such as Ansible and Terraform.
• Provide troubleshooting and escalation support across the full stack.

Skills

OpenStack administration

Linux administration (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Infrastructure automation (Ansible, Terraform)

Networking protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

OpenStack certification (e.g., COA)

Tools

OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Keystone, Glance, Horizon)

Ceph

Docker

Kubernetes

Prometheus

Job description

Overview

Job Title: OpenStack Specialist

Department: Consulting - Cloud Engineering Team

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Canadian Based - must be eligible to work in Canada)

Reports To: VP of Operations

Company: Opticca Consulting Inc. — www.opticca.com

Company Overview

Opticca Consulting Inc. is a trusted partner in digital transformation, specializing in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and automation services. We help organizations modernize their IT ecosystems and accelerate cloud adoption with secure, scalable, and enterprise-grade solutions. Our team of experts brings deep technical expertise and a commitment to excellence to every client engagement.

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced OpenStack Specialist to join our Cloud Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting, deploying, and supporting OpenStack-based private cloud environments for enterprise clients. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud architecture, systems integration, and automation within OpenStack ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust OpenStack infrastructure aligned with client requirements
• Configure and manage core OpenStack services including Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone, and Horizon
• Automate deployment and configuration using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Heat
• Integrate OpenStack environments with external identity services (LDAP, Keystone federation) and storage platforms (Ceph, NFS, iSCSI)
• Implement advanced networking features including SDN, VLAN, VXLAN, and firewall-as-a-service
• Conduct performance tuning, security hardening, and capacity planning
• Provide troubleshooting and escalation support across the full stack
• Document architecture, standard operating procedures, and technical runbooks
• Stay current with community releases and contribute insights to internal architecture decisions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
• OpenStack certification (e.g., COA – Certified OpenStack Administrator or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with OpenStack in enterprise or service provider environments
• Proven expertise in Linux administration (preferably RHEL, CentOS, or Ubuntu)
• Strong grasp of virtualization (KVM/QEMU) and SDN/NFV concepts
• Experience with private cloud deployment, scaling, and lifecycle management
• Proficiency with infrastructure automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Heat)
• Solid understanding of networking protocols, security concepts, and storage backends (Ceph, Swift, etc.)
• Excellent scripting skills (Python, Bash)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI) and DevSecOps practices
• Exposure to hybrid cloud integration (OpenStack with AWS, Azure, or VMware)
• Prior involvement in OpenStack community or code contributions
• Experience with monitoring and logging platforms (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)

Tools & Technologies

OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Keystone, Glance, Horizon), Ceph, Ansible, Terraform, KVM, Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu), Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Prometheus, Heat, Python, Bash, LDAP/AD, SDN/VXLAN

Compensation

120-150K/year CAD depending on experience level

Why Join Opticca Consulting?

Join a high-performing team at the forefront of cloud innovation. At Opticca, you’ll work on challenging projects with leading technologies and enterprise clients, while collaborating with a diverse and skilled team. We foster continuous learning and offer flexibility, autonomy, and an inclusive, tech-driven culture.