Senior Linux & DevOps Engineer

POSITION TITLE: Linux and DevOps Engineer

REPORTING TO: Assistant Manager - IT

WORKING LOCATION : Bangalore, India

SUMMARY OF ROLE AND OBJECTIVES:

As a Linux L3 and DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our Linux-based systems and infrastructure. You will also play a key role in implementing DevOps practices to streamline and automate our development and deployment processes. This hybrid role requires a deep understanding of Linux systems, strong problem-solving skills, and expertise in DevOps tools and methodologies.

ROLE & OBJECTIVES:

Specific Assignments:

• Manage the Linux infrastructure using Foreman, an open-source product from RedHat Satellite.
• Provide expert assistance in Linux administration.
• Design and implement cloud-based solutions on Azure.
• Manage and optimize multiple Kubernetes clusters (AKS, EKS, Rancher).
• Implement and maintain Terraform-based release solutions.
• Collaborate with, consult, train, and support different IT teams to implement new standards.
• Provide support for containerizing infrastructure in the cloud using the latest DevOps tools and technologies.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new tools and technologies and adapt to changes.

Required:

• Solid experience in Linux operating systems administration in an enterprise-level organization.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform and Kubernetes (minimum 3 years).
• Hands-on experience with Azure administration.
• Experience with Rancher, AKS, Puppet, and a good understanding of DevOps, DevSecOps, and related tools.
• Experience working with RedHat Satellite or Foreman is an advantage.
• Experience working in an ITIL process-based environment.
• Strong team player, willing to work in shifts.
• Ability to provide technical recommendations and solve technical problems.
• Experience in implementing best security and performance standards in provisioning infrastructure.
• Contact regional IT teams, collect requirements, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Deploy application landing zones in Azure environments using the Terraform framework.
• Utilize ITIL and DevOps approaches to solve technical problems and troubleshoot issues.
• Work with application teams to accommodate cloud requirements.
• Serve as an escalation point for all IT teams for support and troubleshooting.
• Provide quality documentation to enable smooth day-to-day operations.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum 8 years of experience on Linux administration;
• 5 to 8 years of experience in DevOps in an enterprise level organization;

Technology skills:

Mandatory

• Solid experience in Linux operating systems administration in an enterprise-level organization.
• Solid hands-on experience on Terraform and Kubernetes (Minimum 3 years);
• Good hand-on experience on Azure administration;
• Experience on Rancher, AKS, EKS, Puppet or Ansible and good understanding on DevOps and Tools;
• Good hand-on experience on Python, Shell scripting (DSC preferred)
• Good knowledge on ITIL v3 Incident/Problem and Change management process.

Preferred

• Automation and implementation of e. g. Terraform, DSC, Helm, Azure DevOps;
• GitOps Practitioner;
• Experience on working RedHat Satellite or Foreman is an advantage;
• Monitoring and alerting systems. e. g. DataDog, Icinga, Nagios;
• Experience on all Azure cloud services.

Personal Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills;
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills. Must be Fluent in English;
• Working experience in an enterprise grade company with IT teams spread over the globe;
• Should be a self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player and exhibit exceptional relationship management skills;
• Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment;
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software is necessary.

Certifications:

• Certified on Kubernetes Administration (CKA) - Preferred
• Good to have Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

PREFERED CANDIDATE:

• The successful candidate will have a self-motivated, get-it-done attitude; the ability to think critically; enjoy working with teams spread globally and across cultures; a desire to learn in new areas; and the discipline to pay attention to deadlines, details and quality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact with team in Europe and India and internal customers globally;
• Will be an added advantage if worked on Laboratory related applications.