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Mirantis is seeking a Consulting Architect to help customers design, implement, and optimize open source solutions for cloud infrastructure, AI, and cloud-native computing. This role combines pre-sales and post-sales consulting, where you will engage in strategic customer discussions, define solution direction, and drive successful technology adoption.
You will work with Fortune 500 and Global 2000 customers, translating emerging technologies into actionable strategies. Key responsibilities include leading visionary discussions with customers about open source technologies, designing and implementing cloud-native and AI/ML workloads in Kubernetes and public cloud environments, optimizing infrastructure for scale, and delivering workshops and training programs. You will also engage with open source communities, contribute to projects, and advocate for customer needs in upstream development.
This role offers high autonomy to define direction, shape strategy, and influence the future of cutting-edge technologies. You will work closely with colleagues across the company to align solutions with Mirantis' strategy, building relationships with both technical and business audiences.
Mirantis is a Kubernetes-native AI infrastructure company recognized as a leader in container management (G2 #2 after AWS). The company combines open source innovation with deep expertise in Kubernetes orchestration, enabling organizations to build scalable, secure infrastructure for modern AI and machine learning applications.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven experience in open source ecosystems (e.g., OpenStack, CNCF, LF AI & Data, OpenInfra)
- Expertise in Kubernetes and AI/ML platforms (e.g., Kubeflow, Ray, MLflow)
- Passion for emerging technologies, next-generation cloud strategies, and AI infrastructure
- Strong ability to define direction, take ownership, and drive innovation in rapidly evolving landscapes
- Hands-on experience with cloud automation, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Helm)
- Exceptional presentation and storytelling skills with ability to influence engineers and executives
- Experience in pre-sales, solutions architecture, or professional services with consultative approach
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active contributions to open source projects, working groups, or governance bodies
- Experience speaking at OpenStack Summit, KubeCon, AI Summit, or similar industry events
- Familiarity with hybrid and multi-cloud strategies using open source technologies
