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Senior Cloud Platform Engineer roles in infrastructure, Kubernetes orchestration, and multi-cloud architecture qualify as integral CPT work for F-1 students in computer science, cloud computing, or systems engineering programs. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must map directly to your degree plan.
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Dexian is seeking a Sr AIX Architects/AIX Platform Engineers for an opportunity with a client located in Plano, TX.
Responsibilities:
- Leads and/or participates in the design, development, and implementation of complex system engineering activities involving cross-functional technical support, systems programming and data center capabilities
- Responsible for components of highly complex engineering and/or analytical tasks and activities
- Viewed as a technology subject matter expert; able to provide and communicate complex technology solutions across differing audiences including technical, managerial, business executives, and/or vendors
- Will have responsibility for multiple, complex projects
Requirements
- Senior level experience Primarily with Linux
- Experience with IBM AIX OS is a plus
- Ability to Recommend, design, develop, and implement software and hardware solutions
- Provide Operating System technical and break/fix level support
- Shell scripting and automation skills
- Proficient in performing OS administration tasks on RHEL6, RHEL7 running on ESX virtualized servers
- In depth Linux knowledge required, including LVM and SAN multipathing
- Expertise in RedHat Linux Clustering Solutions
- Proficient in performing OS administration tasks on SLES 11+ running on bare metal HP ProLiant DL580 Gen8 servers
- Proficient in troubleshooting any RHEL6, RHEL7 and SLES 11+ software and hardware issues
- Experience in supporting and administration of SLES11+ running HANA DB is a huge plus
- Experience installing, configuring and Supporting Puppet
- Experienced with multipath, VAS/AD, yum, BladeLogic and ProLiant DL series, HP3PAR and HP Smart storage arrays admin CLIs
- Any experience on AIX virtualization, Install upgrade and configure VIO servers and clients, AIX PowerHA clustering is a plus
- Knowledge of SAN based disk solutions and their configurations
- Ability to debug and troubleshoot network, performance and software issues
- Familiarity with tools like BladeLogic, DNT, ESM, vsphere client is a huge plus
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to a constantly changing environment
- Ability to work independently but also must be strong in team partnership
- Work a flexible schedule, with 24 hour oncall pager and weekend work expected
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Exposure to SAP product suite is a plus
- 10+ years of systems engineering experience
- IBM Power servers
- DB2 Database
- SAP Core financial applications
- Netapp Filer storage
- Cisco based networks
- SAP BWA application appliances
- SAP HANA database technology
- Very large scale transactional processing
Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support. Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Job Summary:
Dexian is seeking a Sr AIX Architects/AIX Platform Engineers for an opportunity with a client located in Plano, TX.
Responsibilities:
- Leads and/or participates in the design, development, and implementation of complex system engineering activities involving cross-functional technical support, systems programming and data center capabilities
- Responsible for components of highly complex engineering and/or analytical tasks and activities
- Viewed as a technology subject matter expert; able to provide and communicate complex technology solutions across differing audiences including technical, managerial, business executives, and/or vendors
- Will have responsibility for multiple, complex projects
Requirements
- Senior level experience Primarily with Linux
- Experience with IBM AIX OS is a plus
- Ability to Recommend, design, develop, and implement software and hardware solutions
- Provide Operating System technical and break/fix level support
- Shell scripting and automation skills
- Proficient in performing OS administration tasks on RHEL6, RHEL7 running on ESX virtualized servers
- In depth Linux knowledge required, including LVM and SAN multipathing
- Expertise in RedHat Linux Clustering Solutions
- Proficient in performing OS administration tasks on SLES 11+ running on bare metal HP ProLiant DL580 Gen8 servers
- Proficient in troubleshooting any RHEL6, RHEL7 and SLES 11+ software and hardware issues
- Experience in supporting and administration of SLES11+ running HANA DB is a huge plus
- Experience installing, configuring and Supporting Puppet
- Experienced with multipath, VAS/AD, yum, BladeLogic and ProLiant DL series, HP3PAR and HP Smart storage arrays admin CLIs
- Any experience on AIX virtualization, Install upgrade and configure VIO servers and clients, AIX PowerHA clustering is a plus
- Knowledge of SAN based disk solutions and their configurations
- Ability to debug and troubleshoot network, performance and software issues
- Familiarity with tools like BladeLogic, DNT, ESM, vsphere client is a huge plus
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to a constantly changing environment
- Ability to work independently but also must be strong in team partnership
- Work a flexible schedule, with 24 hour oncall pager and weekend work expected
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Exposure to SAP product suite is a plus
- 10+ years of systems engineering experience
- IBM Power servers
- DB2 Database
- SAP Core financial applications
- Netapp Filer storage
- Cisco based networks
- SAP BWA application appliances
- SAP HANA database technology
- Very large scale transactional processing
Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support. Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Senior Cloud Platform Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your F-1 program is in a field like computer science, information systems, or cloud computing and your DSO confirms the role is an integral part of your curriculum. Senior-level roles with responsibilities in infrastructure automation, Kubernetes, and multi-cloud architecture align well with graduate-level coursework. The connection to your degree plan, not the seniority level, determines CPT eligibility.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer without affecting my OPT?
Full-time CPT, meaning 20 or more hours per week, will eliminate your 12-month post-completion OPT eligibility if you accumulate 12 or more months of it. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, doesn't affect OPT at all. Many F-1 students in engineering programs structure summer CPT as full-time and plan accordingly, knowing they'll pursue H-1B sponsorship through OPT and STEM OPT extensions after graduation.
How do I find Senior Cloud Platform Engineer employers open to CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for cloud infrastructure roles with active LCA filings. Employers filing Labor Condition Applications with the DOL for cloud engineering positions have already demonstrated familiarity with work authorization requirements and prevailing wage standards. You can also use the OFLC Wage Search to verify that a specific employer has filed for roles in your occupation code, which signals real sponsorship history.
What documentation does my DSO need to authorize CPT for this role?
Most DSOs require a formal offer letter on employer letterhead stating the job title, start and end dates, weekly hours, and supervisor name. For a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer role, you'll also want to provide a brief written explanation connecting the job duties, such as infrastructure-as-code, cloud security, or platform reliability engineering, to specific courses in your degree program. Some schools require a faculty advisor sign-off as well.
Will a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer CPT role count toward STEM OPT eligibility later?
CPT itself doesn't determine STEM OPT eligibility. STEM OPT depends on your degree being in a STEM-designated field and your employer being enrolled in E-Verify at the time you apply. However, the practical experience you gain in cloud platform engineering during CPT directly strengthens the training plan you'll submit to your DSO when applying for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after graduation.
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