OpenStack VDI Engineer / Architect

Position Overview MetroSys is seeking a highly skilled OpenStack VDI Engineer / Architect to design, build, and scale virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments capable of supporting thousands of concurrent users . This role will focus on architecting high-performance, resilient, and cost-efficient virtualization platforms using OpenStack and related technologies. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on—capable of designing large-scale environments while also leading implementation, optimization, and operational best practices. Key Responsibilities Architect and deploy large-scale VDI solutions using OpenStack and associated virtualization technologies. Design infrastructure to support thousands of concurrent virtual desktop users with high availability and performance. Build and optimize compute, storage, and networking layers for VDI workloads. Develop scalable architectures for multi-tenant or enterprise environments. Integrate VDI platforms with identity management, security controls, and access policies. Optimize performance for graphics, latency, and user experience across distributed environments. Automate provisioning, scaling, and lifecycle management using scripting and orchestration tools. Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and cost optimization. Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to align architecture with business requirements. Provide documentation, architectural diagrams, and operational runbooks. Required Qualifications 7+ years of experience in virtualization, cloud infrastructure, or VDI engineering. Strong hands-on experience with OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Horizon, etc.). Proven experience designing and deploying large-scale VDI environments . Deep understanding of compute, storage (Ceph or similar), and networking architectures. Experience supporting high user concurrency (thousands of sessions). Strong knowledge of Linux systems and virtualization technologies (KVM preferred). Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or similar. Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with GPU virtualization or high-performance graphics workloads. Familiarity with alternative VDI platforms (VMware Horizon, Citrix) for comparative design. Experience in service provider, enterprise, or multi-tenant environments. Knowledge of identity and access solutions (LDAP, Active Directory integration). Experience in regulated industries or high-security environments.