Linux Systems Engineer

Accountabilities: Design, provision, configure, and maintain Linux-based infrastructure and cloud platform components in accordance with established architecture standards. Administer and optimize Linux operating systems, including system configuration, systemd services, storage, networking, and resource management. Develop and maintain shell scripts and automation solutions to streamline infrastructure provisioning, deployment, configuration, and recurring operational tasks. Implement and maintain infrastructure security measures, including system hardening, identity and access controls, patch management, and vulnerability remediation. Monitor system performance, availability, capacity, and health to ensure reliable and efficient infrastructure operations. Investigate and resolve infrastructure incidents, production issues, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities. Support backup, recovery, monitoring, and high-availability solutions to strengthen infrastructure resilience. Apply infrastructure-as-code principles, source control, and automation practices to improve operational consistency and efficiency. Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and operations teams to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure solutions. Maintain accurate technical documentation, including operational runbooks, architecture diagrams, configuration standards, and change records. Identify opportunities to improve infrastructure reliability, automation, security, and service delivery processes. Requirements: Typically 10+ years of professional experience in Linux systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, cloud operations, DevOps, or a related technical discipline. Strong hands-on experience with Linux administration, shell scripting, systemd, networking, storage management, patching, monitoring, and system hardening. Professional experience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, or large-scale systems environments. Practical knowledge of cloud services, operating systems, container technologies, and infrastructure automation tools. Solid understanding of networking, identity and access management, system security, monitoring, backup, and high-availability principles. Experience with scripting, automation, source control, and infrastructure-as-code methodologies. Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure and production issues systematically and implement effective solutions. Understanding of modern DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure operations, and technology delivery lifecycles. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent attention to detail. Effective communication and documentation skills, including the ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical teams. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of technical challenges. Relevant professional certifications or advanced training in Linux administration, cloud infrastructure, systems engineering, or related technologies are advantageous. Must be authorized to work in the United States. U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, EAD holders, and candidates eligible for H-1B transfers are encouraged to apply. New H-1B visa sponsorship is not available. This is a direct W2 employment opportunity. C2C and 1099 arrangements are not accepted. Benefits: Competitive annual salary: $115,000–$165,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and technical expertise. Remote flexibility: Fully remote working arrangement within the United States. Full-time employment: Direct W2 employment opportunity. Professional development: Opportunities to work on modern cloud infrastructure, enterprise systems, and technology transformation initiatives. Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced professionals across engineering, development, and operations teams. Technical growth: Exposure to infrastructure automation, cloud technologies, Linux environments, and modern DevOps practices. Career advancement: Opportunities to expand technical expertise and contribute to challenging technology projects. How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? 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