Cloud Specialist

Ericsson GmbH; Dadri; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson GmbH is seeking a Cloud Specialist lead to drive private cloud operations across OpenStack and Linux ecosystems. You will guide a skilled team to deliver secure, scalable cloud solutions, while fostering strong customer relationships and ensuring operational excellence.

The role requires deep OpenStack and Linux expertise, plus hands-on scripting and automation using Ansible, Puppet, and Terraform. Leadership, communication, and a proactive coaching mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in private cloud technologies, especially OpenStack and Linux administration.
• Experience in a combined technical and team leadership role.
• RHCSA and RHCE certifications plus Red Hat OpenStack Certification.
• Strong Linux administration, including performance tuning and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Bash and Python scripting.
• Hands-on with Ansible, Puppet, Terraform.
• Knowledge of SDN/NFV concepts and container orchestration.

Responsibilities

• Carry out OpenStack cloud administration including performance tuning and resource optimization.
• Install, configure, and manage Linux systems across physical/VM environments.
• Manage RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS operating systems and upgrade processes.
• Configure networking (TCP/IP, IPv4/6, VLAN, VXLAN, DNS, DHCP, IP tables).
• Operate hardware interfaces (iLO, iDRAC, CIMC).
• CEPH storage management including OSD operations.
• Use Ansible, Puppet, Terraform for provisioning and config management.
• Develop automation scripts in Bash and Python to improve efficiency.
• Deploy and manage containerised apps with OpenShift and Kubernetes.
• Ensure SLAs and ITSM processes; deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team.
• Drive continuous improvement in cloud operations and service reliability.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Customer engagement

Analytical thinking

OpenStack knowledge

Education

RHCSA

RHCE

Red Hat OpenStack Certification

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Terraform

Kubernetes

Job description

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About this opportunity

We are looking for Cloud Specialist lead who will have a unique blend of technical depth and leadership, where you will work on advanced private cloud infrastructures — spanning OpenStack administration, Linux systems management, and automation-driven efficiencies — while also guiding a high-performing team to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable cloud solutions. Beyond technical delivery, you will be expected to build strong customer relationships and uphold operational excellence, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who leads with both expertise and accountability.

What you will do

• Carry out OpenStack cloud administration, including performance tuning, troubleshooting, resource optimisation, availability zone configuration, tenant management, and host aggregation.
• Install, configure, monitor, and optimise Linux systems, both physical and virtual, including kernel tuning, LVM management, and the implementation of advanced security measures.
• Manage and maintain RHEL, Ubuntu, and CentOS operating systems, ensuring smooth upgrade processes.
• Configure and troubleshoot networking protocols and services, including TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, VLAN, VXLAN, routing, DNS, DHCP, bridging, and IP Tables.
• Operate hardware management interfaces such as iLO, iDRAC, and CIMC efficiently.
• Perform CEPH storage management activities, including OSD operations and cluster flag adjustments.
• Leverage automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, and Terraform for provisioning and configuration management.
• Develop automation scripts using Bash and Python to improve operational efficiency and service quality.
• Deploy and manage containerised applications using Red Hat OpenShift and Kubernetes.
• Ensure compliance with SLAs, ITSM guidelines, operational processes, and industry best practices.
• Work closely with stakeholders to deliver tailored cloud solutions and maintain strong client relationships.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to team members.
• Drive continuous improvement across cloud operations, automation, service reliability, and customer delivery.

You will bring

• At least 9 years of professional experience in private cloud technologies, particularly OpenStack and Linux administration.
• Experience in a combined technical and team leadership role.
• Red Hat OpenStack certification, along with RHCSA and RHCE certifications.
• Strong Linux administration expertise, including operating system optimisation, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in automation scripting using Bash and Python.
• Hands-on experience with configuration management and automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, and Terraform.
• Working knowledge of SDN, NFV concepts, and microservices or container orchestration platforms.
• Advanced networking knowledge, including network configuration, troubleshooting, performance optimisation, and fault resolution.
• Experience managing hardware interfaces across enterprise systems, including iLO, iDRAC, and CIMC.
• Operational expertise in CEPH storage management.
• Strong understanding of OpenStack components, architecture, resource management, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong customer engagement.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

All academic credentials must be from recognized and accredited institutions and are further subject to verification.”Why join Ericsson?

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.

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