Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Linux System Engineer to join our infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and support of Linux-based systems in a complex, mission-critical environment. This role involves close collaboration with developers, DevOps teams, and IT security.

Key responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.).

• Perform system upgrades and patch management.

• Monitor system performance and ensure availability and reliability.

• Automate system tasks using shell scripting, Python, Ansible, or similar tools.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to hardware, software, and networking.

• Manage users, permissions, storage, and file systems (LVM, NFS, etc.).

• Maintain system security through firewalls, SELinux, and vulnerability remediation.

• Work with DevOps and cloud teams for CI/CD pipeline integrations.

• Maintain documentation on systems and standard operating procedures.

• Support backup and recovery strategies (e.g., Bacula, Veeam, rsync, etc.).

Professional Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience as a Linux System Administrator or Engineer.

• Strong knowledge of Linux system internals, including kernel tuning and performance optimization.

• Experience with Bash/Shell scripting, and tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.

• Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SSH, etc.).

• Experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

• Knowledge of containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes) is advantageous.

• Experience with monitoring tools like Nagios, Prometheus, or Grafana.

• Understanding of IT security principles and system hardening.