ORAN Systems Engineer - Littleton, CO (onsite) - W2 only

Role: ORAN Systems Engineer

Location: Littleton, CO (Onsite)

Duration: 6+ Months

W2

Cloud Automation Engineer:

The Select Group is looking for a Cloud Automation Engineer for one of their top Telecommunication clients. You will be helping with the migration of their current CaaS platform, VMWare, to Wind River in a very tight timeline. This is going to be an 8 month contract, located in Denver, CO.

Cloud Automation Engineer Requirements:

• Cloud Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience with AWS or related cloud technologies, with a focus on automation and management.
• Open RAN Knowledge: Fair understanding of Open RAN architecture and components, including knowledge of RAN CU and DU deployments.
• Kubernetes Expertise: Extensive hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including managing clusters, deploying microservices, and orchestrating containerized applications.
• Networking Knowledge: Proficient understanding of networking concepts relevant to
• Kubernetes and Open RAN, including ingress controllers, service meshes, and persistent storage solutions.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Advanced Kubernetes Skills: Proficient with Kubernetes tools such as Helm, Prometheus, and operators for cluster management.
• Scripting Proficiency: Experience in programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate cloud and RAN operations.
• CI/CD Knowledge: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for deploying cloud-native applications using tools like GitLab or Jenkins.
• Container Management: Strong background in container runtime management (Docker, containers) and troubleshooting Kubernetes workloads.
• Certification: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or relevant Open RAN certifications are a plus.
• Agile Methodologies: Knowledge of Agile practices and experience in Agile project environments.

Cloud Automation Engineer Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Oversee the provisioning, management, and optimization of cloud resources (AWS preferred) to support Open RAN deployments.
• Open RAN Architecture: Design and implement Open RAN architectures, including RAN CU (Centralized Unit) and DU (Distributed Unit) components, ensuring seamless integration with cloud environments.
• Kubernetes Management: Provision, scale, and manage Kubernetes clusters that support Open RAN workloads, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Automation of Deployment Processes: Develop and automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and CI/CD processes for both cloud resources and Open RAN components using tools like Airflow, Ansible, Terraform, and GitLab.
• Monitoring and Incident Management: Implement monitoring solutions for cloud and Open RAN environments and develop automated incident response protocols to minimize downtime.
• Scripting and Development: Create scripts to automate operational tasks and enhance efficiency across cloud and Open RAN systems.
• Resource Optimization: Continuously assess cloud and RAN architectures, recommending updates to improve resource utilization and scalability.
• Technical Documentation: Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation, including architecture diagrams, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides for cloud and Open RAN deployments.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, network engineers, and operations staff, to clarify requirements, troubleshoot issues, and propose innovative solutions.
• Agile Participation: Engage in Agile methodologies, contributing to team ceremonies and helping drive the automation and integration efforts of cloud infrastructure with Open RAN systems.

Thanks
Aayushi

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