OpenShift / MCP Platform Engineer

Synechron, Inc._USA Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Work abroad opportunities

Paid annual leave 10 days

Maternity & paternity leave

Insurance plan

Retirement savings

Job summary

Synechron is seeking an OpenShift & MCP Platform Engineer to support application teams deploying on OpenShift and MCP infrastructure. This hands-on role is embedded with the development team, focusing on platform enablement, onboarding, CI/CD configuration, and developer productivity.

Based in Charlotte, NC, the role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to work with leading banks and tech firms across a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on OpenShift/Kubernetes deployment and platform support experience.
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration concepts.
• CI/CD tooling and deployment automation (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage OpenShift deployments.
• Create YAML configurations, deployment manifests, templates.
• Support onboarding to CI/CD pipelines and deployment frameworks.
• Manage MCP infrastructure connectivity for AI-enabled apps.
• Troubleshoot deployment, configuration, and integration issues.
• Ensure security and platform standards compliance.

Skills

OpenShift

Kubernetes

CI/CD

YAML

Linux/Unix

Docker

Automation

Networking

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry‑leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end‑to‑end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile‑first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an OpenShift & MCP Platform Engineer to support application teams in deploying and managing applications on OpenShift and Model Context Protocol (MCP) infrastructure. This is a hands‑on engineering role embedded within the development team, focused on platform enablement, application onboarding, CI/CD configuration, and developer productivity rather than traditional DevOps operations.

Additional Information

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $110k - $115k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role Responsibilities

• Configure and manage application deployments on OpenShift.
• Create and maintain YAML configurations, deployment manifests, and application templates.
• Support application onboarding to CI/CD pipelines and deployment frameworks.
• Set up and manage MCP infrastructure and connectivity for AI‑enabled applications.
• Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot deployment, configuration, and integration issues.
• Manage application configuration, secrets, routes, services, and container deployments.
• Assist with environment setup, release deployments, and platform automation.
• Ensure applications comply with enterprise security and platform standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in application deployment, platform support, or DevOps engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with Red Hat OpenShift/Kubernetes container platforms.
• Strong knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift concepts.
• Experience creating and managing YAML configuration files, deployment manifests, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Services, and Routes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and deployment automation frameworks such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar.
• Experience supporting application onboarding, release management, and deployment processes across multiple environments.
• Knowledge of MCP (Model Context Protocol) infrastructure and connectivity for AI‑enabled applications is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with the ability to resolve deployment, configuration, and integration issues.
• Understanding of networking, load balancing, container security, and enterprise platform standards.
• Experience with Linux/Unix operating systems and shell scripting.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or similar is an advantage.
• Familiarity with enterprise security practices, access controls, vulnerability management, and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with development, infrastructure, and support teams.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Preferred, but not required

• RedHat OpenShift, Kubernetes, or Cloud Platform certifications.
• Experience with AI/ML application deployment and platform integration.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, or Dynatrace.

We offer

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short‑term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On‑demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellence (CoE) groups.
• Cutting‑edge projects at the world’s leading tier‑one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all.

We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply.

We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidate Application Notice

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry‑leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end‑to‑end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile‑first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community. At Synechron, we are committed to integrating sustainability into our business strategy, ensuring responsible growth while minimizing environmental impact. Employees play a key role in driving our sustainability initiatives, from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering ethical and sustainable business practices across global operations. All positions are required to adhere to our Sustainability and Health Safety standards, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship, workplace safety, and sustainable practices.