Linux Systems Engineer

Pay rate : Negotiable

Duration: Permanent

Technical/Functional Skills :        

• At least 2-3 years managing enterprise RedHat Unix/Linux solutions, preferably large scale

• Strong scripting skills (Ansible, Shell, Python, etc.)

• Deep knowledge and experience supporting RHEL 7 & 8

• Proficient with LDAP configuration and management

• Experience with virtualization (vmware)

• Hands on experience with computer hardware maintenance

• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service

• Strong drive for continuous improvement

• In-depth knowledge of Redhat Kickstart and configuration management tools (puppet, Ansible preferred)

• Ansible experience preferred

• Proven skills in automating systems services and tasks to streamline service and ensure consistency

• Advanced troubleshooting skills and the ability to solve complex problems

• Experience supporting servers in the cloud preferred

• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation, interpersonal)

• Strong skills in decision-making, prioritization and negotiation

• Passion and accountability for the environment you will be responsible for

• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Experience Required :    

3 to 8 years

Roles & Responsibilities :           

• Provide best in class computer support for engineering design teams

• Provide technical direction and escalation for technologies maintained within the Linux compute space

• Drive innovation and automation of computer solutions both internally and for our customers

• Provisioning of systems both physical and virtual.

• Drive configuration management through puppet

• Proficient in scripting languages and tools to automate tasks, system builds, and change management (Puppet, Ansible, Python, shell, etc.)

• Monitor overall health of the Unix/Linux environment with an emphasis on proactive discovery of potential issues

• Continually work to improve Linux compute environment through automation.

• Propose and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of systems and services.