Telecom Engineer (RedHat OpenShift)

Simarn, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom solutions provider is seeking a highly skilled Telecom Engineer to support architecture and deployment initiatives. The ideal candidate will have expertise in RedHat OpenShift, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Ansible. Responsibilities include designing and supporting telecom network platforms, collaborating with teams, and improving CI/CD pipelines. This role is Onsite in Irving, Texas, requiring hands-on experience with major telecom operators. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in RedHat OpenShift and OpenStack architecture and operations.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and CNF deployments.
• Telecom network background with understanding of core network principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support RedHat OpenShift and OpenStack platforms for telecom environments.
• Develop advanced Ansible playbooks to support automation.
• Collaborate with architecture teams to define cloud-native solutions.

Skills

RedHat OpenShift

OpenStack

Kubernetes

Ansible automation

Python scripting

Job description

Location: Irving, Texas
Type: Onsite (5 days/week) | 1099 Contract / C2C

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Telecom Engineer with deep expertise in cloud-native network functions (CNFs) and RedHat technologies to support architecture, deployment, and automation initiatives within a large-scale telecom environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on engineering experience with OpenShift, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Ansible, as well as previous work supporting major telecom operators or vendors.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support RedHat OpenShift and OpenStack platforms for telecom network environments.
• Work with Kubernetes-based CNF deployments, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Develop advanced Ansible playbooks and automation frameworks to support provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
• Build and implement Python scripts for automation, validation, and system integration tasks.
• Collaborate with architecture teams to define cloud-native solutions aligned with telecom network standards.
• Troubleshoot platform, networking, and application issues across distributed systems.
• Support continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Work closely with vendor and carrier teams in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong expertise in RedHat OpenShift and OpenStack architecture and operations.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and CNF (Cloud-Native Network Function) deployments.
• Advanced skills in Ansible automation and Python scripting.
• Telecom network background with an understanding of core network principles and large-scale infrastructure.
• Prior experience working with Verizon, AT&T, Nokia, Ericsson, or similar telecom operators/vendors.