Cadence Design Systems
IT - Sr Systems Engineer (Virtualization, OpenStack Cloud, Nutanix)
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We are seeking highly skilled OpenStack and Nutanix Administrators to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role is crucial in managing, optimizing, and ensuring the seamless operation of cloud and hyper-converged infrastructure environments in Cadence. The ideal candidates will possess strong technical expertise, excellent problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to work in dynamic environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Deploy, configure, and maintain OpenStack cloud environments and Nutanix hyper-converged infrastructure.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability of services.
- Design and implement scalable solutions to meet organizational needs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure with business objectives.
- Perform upgrades, patches, and routine maintenance for OpenStack and Nutanix systems.
- Develop automation scripts for efficient system management using tools like Ansible, Terraform and Pulumi.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and implement best practices for data protection.
- Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
- Bachelors in Computer Science (or related field) and 6 - 9 years of relevant experience.
- Strong expertise in OpenStack architecture, deployment, and management.
- Hands-on experience with Nutanix AHV, Prism Central, and related tools.
- Proficiency in Linux system administration and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python).
- Excellent familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM) and container platforms (e.g., Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of networking concepts such as VLANs, SDN, and load balancing.
- Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus or Nagios.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Certifications in OpenStack or Nutanix (e.g., NCP-MCI) are a plus.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment.
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