CEPH Developer (m/f/d)

We are currently looking for a freelance "CEPH Developer (m/f/d)" for our client in the Information Technology sector.

Start: ASAP

End: 28.02.2027

Capacity: Fulltime

Location: Remote

Ceph storage system: This service delivers a scalable, cloud-native object storage solution based on upstream Ceph, integrated and managed via Rook within a Kubernetes environment. It offers high-availability S3 and OpenStack Swift-compatible APIs, designed to meet the needs of modern, cloud-native workloads. The team actively contributes to upstream Ceph development, focusing on improving object storage compatibility, performance, and feature integration. Tight integration with Kubernetes enables declarative configuration, automated life cycle management, and seamless horizontal scaling. By adopting Kubernetes-native automation and contributing to the Ceph ecosystem, the service ensures both operational efficiency and continuous improvement of the underlying storage platform.

Tasks:

• Design and implement new features in Ceph (RGW, RADOS, RBD, CephFS)
• Optimize storage system performance, scalability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot distributed storage issues and debug low-level system behavior
• Participate in upstream Ceph development and community discussions
• Integrate Ceph with Kubernetes via Rook and CSI drivers
• Monitor and improve system observability using telemetry and metrics
• Plan and execute development tasks using Agile methodologies
• Contribute to technical documentation, design reviews, and internal knowledge sharing

Required Skills:

• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python (5+ years)
• Hands-on experience with Ceph development (any of RGW, RADOS, RBD, CephFS)
• Solid understanding of Linux internals (I/O, memory management, threading)
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Rook, and Ceph CSI drivers
• Experience with Git, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines
• Exposure to large-scale infrastructure or cloud-native environments
• Proficiency with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.)

Optional Skills:

• Contributions to open-source projects (especially Ceph)
• Experience with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or OpenStack
• Familiarity with performance profiling tools and storage benchmarks