- Description: We are looking for a capable Linux system engineer, with strong multi cloud exposure, to expand our DevOps team. The candidate must be a team player and have experience in teamwork. Must demonstrate skills required in direct decisions and have at least 7 years' hands-on experience in managing complex and high-performance enterprise systems, focused on the scalability and reliability aspects. Strong understanding of Linux containers, processes, and Sysadmin expertise in notable Linux distributions are necessary.
- Responsibilities:
- Manage, configure, and maintain Linux servers and systems to ensure high availability, performance, and security.
- Design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based solutions (Azure, GCP) to support our growing infrastructure needs.
- Architect, implement, and maintain SQL and NoSQL database clusters (MongoDB, SQL, etc.) to meet application data requirements.
- Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to automate deployment, monitoring, and scaling processes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues, ensuring quick resolution to minimize downtime.
- Perform regular system backups, updates, and security patches to maintain system integrity.
- Monitor system performance, analyze trends, and implement improvements to optimize resource utilization.
- Implement and enforce security best practices across the Linux environment and cloud resources.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members, fostering knowledge sharing.
- Participate in on-call rotations to address critical incidents and maintain system uptime.
- Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Linux System Engineer or similar role in a production environment.
- Linux certification (e.g., RHCE) is required.
- Proven expertise in cloud platforms (Azure, GCP) with hands-on experience in designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based infrastructure.
- Solid understanding of NoSQL databases and experience in setting up, maintaining, and optimizing NoSQL clusters.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) for automation and system administration tasks.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols, security practices, and performance optimization.
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Proven ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Skills:
- Problem solving
- Strong drive to deliver results
- Elevated level of energy, enthusiasm, and passion
- Fluent in English
- Flexible working style
- Required tools & technologies:
- Linux Operating Systems (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.)
- Cloud Platforms: Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- NoSQL Databases: MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis, etc.
- Scripting Languages: Python, Bash
- Networking Protocols (TCP/IP, DNS (Domain Name System), HTTP, HTTPS, etc.)
- Security Best Practices and Tools
- Configuration Management Tools: Ansible, Terraform
- Monitoring and Logging Tools: Prometheus, Grafana, Dynatrace, Azure Log Analytics
- Version Control Systems: Git
- Containerization and Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
- Virtualization Technologies: VMware, VirtualBox
- Backup and Recovery Solutions
- Incident Response and Troubleshooting
- Basic SQL Knowledge
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