Senior Systems Administrator - IT

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To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Senior System Administrator - IT for Chennai location.

Specializing in Linux Level 3 support, with a primary focus on Linux (RedHat, Oracle Linux, Ubuntu), automation skills, and container technologies.

Reports to Senior Manager, and the role involves

What a typical day looks like:

• Provide expert-level support for Linux systems, primarily Linux (RedHat, Oracle Linux, Ubuntu), ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts to improve operational efficiency, utilizing tools like Ansible and Terraform.
• Monitor and manage Linux servers, troubleshooting and resolving day-to-day issues to maintain high availability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze, configure, and optimize system performance and security settings.
• Maintain and enhance documentation and procedures to support service operations.
• Implement and recommend improvements for the Linux infrastructure based on continuous monitoring and troubleshooting analysis.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerized applications using Kubernetes, Docker, and OpenShift.
• Work closely with service providers and vendors to escalate and resolve issues.
• Utilize key monitoring systems and tools for proactive system health monitoring and data analytics.
• Conduct regular health checks and implement improvements based on findings.
• Take complete ownership of support issues, ensuring resolution within defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Engage in knowledge sharing and collaboration with global peers to leverage best practices in Linux support.
  
  

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Graduate with a minimum of 8-12 years of experience in Linux system administration, with a focus on Linux (RedHat, Oracle Linux, Ubuntu).
• Proficiency in automation tools, particularly Ansible and Terraform, is highly preferred.
• Mandatory experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and OpenShift for deploying and managing containerized applications.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) is a plus but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of Linux networking, security configurations, and performance tuning.
• Effective communication skills with a proven ability to manage escalations.
• Experience in system monitoring, performance analysis, and issue resolution.
• Relevant certifications (such as RedHat Certified Engineer - RHCE) are advantageous.
• Must be flexible to work in a 24/7 rotational shift environment.
• Strong analytical skills and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
  
  

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
  
  

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