Own OpenShift platform architecture (cluster topology, multi-cluster strategy, tenancy model, shared services) and establish landing zone standards for onboarding applications.
Lead migration programmes from legacy platforms or earlier OpenShift versions, creating runbooks, cutover plans, rollback procedures, and hypercare criteria.
Define and enforce RBAC, network policies, secure configuration standards, and audit-ready operational processes.
Implement Infrastructure-as-Code and automation strategies using Terraform, Ansible, or equivalents; develop reusable modules and CI/CD integrations.
Define metrics, logging, and alerting standards (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK or equivalents); provide guidance on cluster sizing, scaling, and cost management.
Provide architectural guidance, mentor teams, maintain high-quality documentation, and collaborate with global teams.

Hands-on experience designing, operating, and upgrading OpenShift clusters in on-premises and hybrid environments.
Proven experience leading migration programmes to OpenShift (planning, onboarding patterns, cutover/rollback).
Familiarity with IaC, automation tools, and enterprise observability solutions.

OpenShift Platform Architect – Lead OpenShift Engineer

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