Principal Software Engineer

Company: Red Hat
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Architect and lead implementation of scalable solutions with distributed computing capabilities to deploy, train, and serve ML models on OpenShift AI (RHOAI). Drive end-to-end execution of small-scale, cross-team and partner initiative. *Telecommuting permitted: work may be performed within normal commuting distance from the Red Hat, LLC. office in Boston, MA What You Will Do: Build multi product demos and AI/ML workflows using Predictive and Generative AI leveraging RH product and AI stack and related libraries. Build, deploy, optimize and otherwise improve Agentic AI workflows running on OpenShift AI. Work with upstream AI/ML communities to evaluate new AI/ML-related technologies from partners and create examples of integrations between their technology and RHOAI. Collaborate with AI/ML partners to adjust their AI strategies, address their specific use cases, and drive value through the adoption of RHOAI. Build OpenShift and Kubernetes operators using Operator-SDK and GO language and develop and maintain Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform content (modules and plugins) for automating cloud solutions. Install and configure Red Hat OpenShift and Kubernetes systems based on requirements, such as on-prem or multiple hybrid clouds. Develop the cloud native software and process involved in unit and integration testing and review the requirements, validate the existing system and analyze the gaps or features, and document the gap analysis, proposed solution and any steps involved in installations. Design and build cloud-based DevOps solutions, including automated infrastructure provisioning, CI/CD pipelines, compliance and security solutions, and container-based technologies. Capture and analyze performance data and make recommendations to improve software and infrastructure usage and reliability. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or related field and five (5) years of experience in the job offered or related role OR seven (7) years of experience in the job offered or related role. Must have five (5) years of experience with software and cloud native development. Must have two (2) years of experience with: OpenShift or Kubernetes technologies; DevOps and related tools including Ansible, Jenkins, or GitOps; and Python or Go. Must have one (1) year of experience with: Building AI/ML workflows; Linux administration and command line tools; and code repository tools GitHub and GitLab. LI-DNI The salary range for this position is $178,131 - $281,770/year. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications. Pay Transparency Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. About Red Hat Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40 countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact. Inclusion at Red Hat Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village. Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO) Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee. Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email application-assistance@redhat.com . General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply.

Keywords: Red Hat, Billerica , Principal Software Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Boston, Massachusetts