In this position, you will be responsible for deploying, migrating, and managing infrastructure services. The role requires expertise in managing various versions of Linux, AIX, and Container Platforms. As a Linux Engineer, you will lead the administration and support of mission-critical Linux environments hosted on physical, virtual, and hybrid platforms. Your responsibilities will include lifecycle management, performance tuning, and automation of operating system processes to ensure stability and high availability with a focus on automation, security, and continuous system optimization.
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Responsibilities:
- Setup and manage Linux systems (RHEL, CentOS, SUSE) for critical infrastructure.
- Setup and manage AIX servers in pSeries architecture, including LPARs, VIO servers, and PowerVM environments.
- Automate OS deployments, patching, and configuration using Ansible and SaltStack.
- Integrate Unix systems with security controls and monitoring tools to ensure system compliance with security standards.
- Analyze performance bottlenecks and provide permanent solutions via root cause analysis of Linux/AIX systems.
- Collaborate on disaster recovery readiness and participate in high-availability testing.
- Provide technical support in infrastructure services, responding to issues and assisting in tasks.
- Contribute to the implementation of infrastructure projects and assignments.
- Support the development of infrastructure documentation, including incident logs and configuration records.
- Follow established best practices and standards in infrastructure service delivery.
- Utilize technical skills to address infrastructure issues and incidents.
Required Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of Linux OS internals and kernel tuning.
- Expertise in AIX OS, PowerHA, PowerVM, NIM, and VIO servers.
- Experience with virtualization (KVM, VMware) and hybrid infrastructure.
- Awareness of CIS hardening, log forwarding, and SIEM integration.
- Proficient in security compliance standards and OS-level auditing.
- Experience with automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, or similar.
- Familiarity with setting up Linux centralized management tools (RedHat Satellite/SUSE Manager) and patch management.
- Good knowledge of hybrid IT environments.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Typically, 4+ years of relevant work experience in the industry, with a minimum of 1+ years in a similar role.
- Proven experience in infrastructure technology analysis.
- Proficiencies in data analysis and technical knowledge.
- A continuous learner who stays abreast of industry knowledge and technology.
Other Qualifications:
- An advanced degree in a relevant field is a plus.
- Relevant certifications, such as Linux/AIX Certifications, are advantageous.
Work Environment:
At the company, we emphasize strong connections and community, prioritizing in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing and productivity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Language Requirements:
Not specified.
Note: The company does not make offers of employment via social media networks and never asks for any money from applicants at any point in the recruitment process.
