Redhat Openshift

• We are seeking a highly experienced and passionate Senior DevOps Engineer with a strong background in OpenShift, Linux server administration, and Java application deployment to join our dynamic team. 
• In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our OpenShift-based platform for hosting Java applications, specifically utilizing Tomcat, Cron jobs, SFTP, server, creating Pipeline etc.
• You will work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our applications. 
• Your deep expertise in DevOps principles and practices will be critical in automating processes, optimizing performance, and driving continuous improvement across our infrastructure

Essential Job Functions:

• OpenShift Platform Management:
• Deploying /utilizing Tomcat,
• Cron jobs, SFTP, server, creating Pipeline
• Design, implement, and manage OpenShift clusters, including scaling, upgrades, and security hardening.
• Develop and maintain OpenShift templates, and Operators for deploying and managing Java applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to OpenShift infrastructure and application deployments.
• Implement and maintain monitoring and alerting solutions for OpenShift and applications.
• Manage OpenShift resources (quotas, limits, etc.) to ensure optimal performance and resource utilization.

Java Application Deployment & Management:

•  Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for Java applications using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.
•  Automate the deployment and configuration of Java applications within OpenShift, using Tomcat as the application server.
• Optimize Java application performance within the OpenShift environment.
• Implement and maintain application monitoring and logging solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure applications are designed for optimal performance and scalability in OpenShift.

Linux Server Administration:

• Maintain and administer Linux servers (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS) used for OpenShift infrastructure. 
• Automate server configuration and management using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Implement and maintain security best practices for Linux servers.
•  Troubleshoot and resolve server-related issues.
•  Monitor server performance and identify areas for optimization.

DevOps Practices & Automation:

• Promote and implement DevOps principles and practices across the organization.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, application deployments, and other operational tasks.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal tools and scripts.
•   Participate in on-call rotation for production support.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth application deployments and operations.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding project status, issues, and resolutions.
• Document processes, procedures, and configurations.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.

Qualifications:
Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in DevOps, systems administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience working with OpenShift in a production environment.
• Strong experience with Linux server administration (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS).
• Significant experience with Java application deployment and management, including Tomcat.
•  Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Ansible, Terraform).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack). 

   Skills:

• Deep understanding of DevOps principles and practices.
•  Expertise in OpenShift architecture, administration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and networking.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

   Education:

•        bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Bonus Points:

•  OpenShift certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration).
•  Experience with microservices architecture.
•  Experience with Kubernetes.
•  Experience with other application servers (e.g., JBoss, WebSphere).
•   Contribution to open-source projects