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Cloud Platform Specialist (Wind River)

Plano, Texas

Onsite

Contract

$50/hr - $120/hr

This company is leading a nationwide migration from VMware to Wind River , leveraging AWS, Kubernetes, and containerized network functions (CNFs). This long-term contract (6-12 months) based out of the Plano office offers hands-on experience in cloud transformation, automation, and next-gen networking with opportunities for extension or full-time conversion.

The ideal candidate is a Wind River expert with cloud migration and virtualization experience. You’ll work on cutting-edge 5G and AI-driven solutions while collaborating with a team that values innovation, growth, and career advancement.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of overall technical experience in cloud environments, with a strong understanding of cloud architecture, networking, and security

• 1+ years of Wind River experience

• Expertise in virtualization technologies and Wind River cloud platforms

• Hands-on experience with AWS and Kubernetes-based environments

• Experience deploying cloud platforms using Wind River for Open RAN (DU/CU) and Edge Network Functions

• Strong background in containerized network functions (CNFs)

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience

• Hands-on experience with Wind River Cloud Platform, particularly in deploying and managing Distributed Units (DUs)

• Experience in migrating from VMware to Wind River, including execution and troubleshooting

• Knowledge of 5G wireless/cellular systems and ORAN/vRAN architectures

• Familiarity with automation and orchestration tools like Kubernetes, Ansible, Terraform

• Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills

• Proficiency in Python, Ansible scripting for automation

• Experience working in an Agile or DevOps environment

The Offer:

• Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Benefits

• Vision Benefits

• 401(k) with matching contributions

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

• Vision Benefits

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

• Paid Sick Time Leave

• Legal and Identity Protection Plans

• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Posted by: Zoe Zinser

Specialization: DevOps Cloud Engineer