Job Summary: Join the Product Development team as a Python Cloud Software Engineer to participate in the full development lifecycle—from design through testing and deployment—focused on building or enhancing cloud-based products built on open-source frameworks. Key Highlights: 1. Participate in the full product development lifecycle. 2. Research and integrate open-source software components. 3. Work on new features and bug fixing within a squad. ### **Summary** Join our Product Development team as a **Python Cloud Software Engineer** to participate in the entire product development lifecycle—from design through coding, testing, and software deployment. In this role, you will be challenged to research and integrate open-source software components to build or enhance our cloud products based on open-source frameworks. You will be part of a squad, working on new features and bug fixing for the squad’s associated product group. **This role is available for remote work from the following locations: Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Uruguay, and Peru.** ### **Responsibilities** * Design and develop new features. * Perform bug fixing on squad products. * Present progress updates and participate in team meetings. * Document developments, diagrams, and technical specifications. * Ensure the quality and clarity of delivered code. Depending on the squad you join, your tasks may focus on: **Platform Engineering** * Design and implement products enabling an open-source–based DevOps platform (e.g., Argo, GitLab). * Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines. * Develop infrastructure configuration and deployment tools. **Cloud Infrastructure Engineering** * Design and implement cloud solutions using technologies such as Ceph and OpenStack. * Automate deployments via Ansible playbooks. * Collaborate with other teams on scalable cloud architectures. **Kubernetes Engineering** * Design, deploy, and manage cloud environments on Kubernetes. * Implement and maintain cluster management and application deployment tools (Docker, Helm). * Integrate monitoring, logging, authentication (SSO), and external storage solutions. ### **Requirements** **Education:** * Degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field. **Experience:** * Minimum 2–3 years of software development experience in Python. * Experience in software specification, design, and data structure. * Minimum 3 years of related experience in roles focused on development, administration, and automation of integration, deployment, and environment management processes. **Specific Knowledge / Technical Requirements:** * Intermediate Linux + Basic commands, file manipulation, networking, etc. + Experience with shell scripting (Bash). * Intermediate use and creation of container images with Docker. + Ability to create images using a Dockerfile + Understanding of the Docker container lifecycle * **2–3 years of software development experience with Python.** + **Basic Python knowledge** + **Knowledge of multithreading and Design Patterns** * Networking and network knowledge (VLAN, routing, firewall, etc.) + Understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, routing. + Understanding of basic networking concepts from a programming perspective (interfaces, sockets, ports, etc.) and experience with common protocols such as TCP, UDP, HTTP, and REST. * Git: Intermediate level. + Familiarity with the standard workflow of add, commit, push. + Familiarity with more advanced commands such as rebase or cherry-pick. + Ability to resolve merge conflicts. * Infrastructure automation and configuration with Ansible. * Basic virtualization concepts (KVM) + Understanding of virtualization fundamentals (installation and configuration, VM management, integration with other technologies). * Databases: SQL and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB). Basic level. + Ability to execute simple queries (SELECT, WHERE, GROUP BY) + No need for configuration or administration expertise—client-level only. * Intermediate English (writing/reading) **Desirable:** * Public Cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure) or Private Cloud (OpenStack) experience * Experience designing and implementing DevOps–oriented open-source technology products, including CI/CD tools, infrastructure configuration, and deployment tools. * Experience working with Kubernetes, either in cluster administration or application deployment. **Required Soft Skills:** * Autonomy, discipline, and self-learning ability * Conceptual analytical thinking * Customer orientation * Teamwork capability #### **About Us** At **Whitestack**, we are leaders in Latin America in Telco Cloud, Open Networking, and hyper-scalable digital infrastructure solutions. We work with open-source technologies such as OpenStack, Kubernetes, Open Source MANO, Ceph, Prometheus, ONOS, and many others—and actively collaborate with global organizations including ETSI, the Open Infrastructure Foundation, the Telecom Infra Project, and the Open Compute Project. We drive digital transformation across the region through world-class standards, large-scale operator implementations, and a strong commitment to innovation. Additionally, we are a **Great Place to Work**, where collaboration and personal development are essential parts of our culture. **Why Join Whitestack?** International exposure: Participate in global initiatives and travel to collaborate with teams across different countries. ️ Real work-life balance: We design policies tailored to your lifestyle, enabling autonomous, purpose-driven work. Clear growth path: We offer a robust career path in both leadership and technology. Health first: Private medical insurance for you and your family. Limitless learning: Access to courses, books, materials, and certification reimbursement. Languages for the world: Language courses so your growth knows no borders. Technology in your hands: We renew your equipment every 3 years… and it’s yours at the end of the period! Recognition for effort: Performance- and project success–based bonuses. Time for you: Minimum 15 vacation days, one birthday day off, and additional breaks before Independence Day, Christmas, and New Year. Connection and fun: Budget for recreational and team-building activities. Innovation culture: Your ideas matter. We encourage strategic participation from any role. Learn more about our benefits here.