DevOps Engineer (OpenStack)

EPAM Systems; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a DevOps Engineer (OpenStack) to design, automate and run a secure, scalable OpenStack cloud in Singapore. You will integrate Kubernetes/OpenShift, enhance monitoring and security, and drive AI-assisted workflows to speed up operations.

Responsibilities include building OpenStack infrastructure, automating day-two ops, and mentoring teammates, with a focus on reliability, uptime, and scalable platform changes in a modern, global engineering culture.

Qualifications

• OpenStack administration in production environments.
• Kubernetes and container platform integrations.
• RHEL administration and troubleshooting.
• Automation using Python, Ansible or similar tooling.
• Infrastructure as code using Terraform or equivalents.
• Monitoring and observability with Prometheus and Elastic Stack.
• Familiarity with virtualization like VMware ESXi.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain Red Hat OpenStack cloud infrastructure.
• Automate deployment, configuration and day-two operations.
• Integrate OpenStack with Kubernetes and OpenShift to support container platforms.
• Troubleshoot platform issues; lead root cause analysis.
• Improve availability, security and performance; monitor and harden.
• Plan and deliver platform changes including upgrades.
• Build AI-assisted operational workflows using OpenStack APIs.
• Create and maintain runbooks and mentor teammates.

Skills

OpenStack

Kubernetes

RHEL Administration

Automation (Python/Ansible)

IaC (Terraform)

Observability (Prometheus/Elastic)

VMware ESXi

Communication

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Prometheus

Elastic Stack

VMware ESXi

Job description

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer (OpenStack). You will design, automate and run a secure, scalable OpenStack cloud, partnering with teams to integrate Kubernetes and improve reliability. You will troubleshoot complex platform issues, strengthen monitoring and security controls and help introduce AIOps capabilities to speed up operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain Red Hat OpenStack cloud infrastructure
• Automate deployment, configuration and day-two operations using scripting and automation tools
• Integrate OpenStack with Kubernetes and OpenShift to support container platforms
• Troubleshoot platform and infrastructure issues, lead root cause analysis and drive preventative fixes
• Improve availability, security and performance through monitoring, hardening and capacity planning
• Plan and deliver platform changes including upgrades, hotfixes and operational maintenance
• Build AI-assisted operational workflows for monitoring, incident analysis and remediation using OpenStack APIs
• Create and maintain runbooks, playbooks and system documentation and mentor teammates on procedures

Requirements

• Expertise in OpenStack administration and operations in production environments
• Expertise with Kubernetes and container platform integrations
• Strong background in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with automation using Python, Ansible or similar tooling
• Experience with infrastructure as code using Terraform or equivalent tools
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus and Elastic Stack
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have

• Red Hat or OpenStack certifications
• Familiarity with Generative AI, large language models (LLMs), agentic AI and AIOps concepts in infrastructure operations
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) for platform lifecycle management

We offer

• By choosing EPAM, you're getting a job at one of the most loved workplaces according to Newsweek 2021 & 2022&2023.
• Employee ideas are the main driver of our business. We have a very supportive environment where your voice matters
• You will be challenged while working side-by-side with the best talent globally. We work with top-notch technologies, constantly seeking new industry trends and best practices
• We offer a transparent career path and an individual roadmap to engineer your future & accelerate your journey
• At EPAM, you can find vast opportunities for self-development: online courses and libraries, mentoring programs, partial grants of certification, and experience exchange with colleagues around the world. You will learn, contribute, and grow with us

Life at EPAM

• EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. EPAM has been expanding in Singapore since 2013 and delivering the best solutions to our customers. As a recognized leader, EPAM Singapore achieved Great Place to Work® Certification in 2023 and is committed to providing our team with inspiring careers.
• You will have the opportunity to work with fellow talented technologists and accelerate your career by participating in our numerous upskilling, training, and certification programs. That is why EPAM Singapore was awarded Gold for Best In-House Certification Programmes in the Employee Experience Awards 2023 and Silver in the SkillsFuture Employers Awards 2022 for our efforts in championing employees' skills development and building a lifelong learning culture at the workplace. You can also look forward to developing holistically with the multiracial festivals and various wellness and cultural activities organized by our passionate colleagues here.