Devops Lead - GCP & Openshift

DevOps Lead – GCP & OpenShift

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a talented DevOps Lead to join our dynamic team. As a leading solutions provider, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients. Our success is driven by the dedication and expertise of our employees, who play a vital role in shaping our growth and staying ahead of the competition. By joining our team, you will work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact on our clients' success.

Primary Responsibilities of this role:

As a DevOps Lead focusing on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Red Hat OpenShift,

P.S: Resource Location should be Chennai as per Client requirement.

• Provide technical leadership in designing, implementing, and operating cloud-native and DevOps solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to define architectures aligned with strategic goals and industry best practices.
• Lead and mentor offshore and onshore teams, ensuring smooth coordination and delivery.
• Drive communication across geographically distributed teams, ensuring clarity and alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for customer solutions based on GCP, Azure DevOps, Red Hat OpenShift, and other DevOps tools.
• Design scalable and secure cloud architectures leveraging GCP and Azure DevOps capabilities.
• Lead technical discussions to understand client environments and align solutions with business needs.
• Demonstrate how cloud-native services and containerized platforms (OpenShift) can solve customer challenges.
• Partner with stakeholders to develop future-state architectures and technology roadmaps.
• Conduct discovery, analysis, and design workshops for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Inspire and guide the design of hybrid ecosystems, processes, and user experiences.
• Support project management by assisting in prioritization, risk mitigation, and sequencing of deliverables.
• Identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies to improve business outcomes.
• Align solutions with enterprise strategies and collaborate with portfolio architects for strategic fit.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in IT, with a strong background in DevOps and cloud technologies.
• 5+ years of architectural experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• 3+ years of experience with Azure DevOps Administration.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with Red Hat OpenShift.
• 2+ years of experience with Service Mesh (Red Hat or Istio).
• 5+ years of experience with DevOps toolsets.
• 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Strong experience in OpenShift architecture, design, build, and operations.
• At least one relevant architectural certification in Red Hat OpenShift or Kubernetes, and cloud certifications in GCP.
• Experience with configuration management and deployment tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Solid understanding of DevSecOps principles.
• Hands-on experience with Argo CD is a plus.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and other tools.
• Job Location: Chennai (MUST)

Soft Skills & Leadership:

• Proven team leadership experience, especially in managing offshore and onshore teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business value through presentations, demos, and workshops.
• Comfortable working in virtual and distributed team environments.
• Excellent presentation, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid understanding of enterprise operational processes and planning.