Lattice - Unix Administrator

Lattice - Unix Administrator0

Desired Skills

- In-depth knowledge of advanced Linux operating system concepts like kernel modules, device drivers, system calls, and low-level system programming techniques.
- Deep understanding of networking concepts such as network architecture, routing protocols, switching.
- Knowledge of modern distributed systems architectures and programming models like microservices and containers.
- Familiarity with Virtual Machine Management Systems (VMMS) like KVM, Xen, or VirtualBox.
- Advanced proficiency in troubleshooting complex networking issues and diagnosing bottlenecks affecting network performance and stability.
- Extensive experience with IPv6 networking concepts and implementation.
- Familiarity with network security protocols such as SSL/TLS, IPsec, IKEv2, or IPv4/IPv6 protocols.
- Proficiency in administering and securing network devices like routers, switches, and firewalls using vendor-specific tools and CLIs.
- Strong experience in managing large scale distributed systems and maintaining high availability during failures.
- Knowledge of configuring cluster environments such as Hadoop or Apache Mesos and monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Elasticsearch.
- Familiarity with big data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark, Flink, or Storm.
- Experience developing automated testing frameworks to validate application functionality and monitor service health.
- Knowledge of serverless computing paradigms like AWS Lambda or Azure Functions.
- Ability to design and implement scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems capable of handling massive volumes of traffic while ensuring optimal performance under varying load conditions.
- Proficiency in writing and reviewing technical documents related to system designs, configurations, and troubleshooting guides.

Job Responsibilities

- Maintaining highly available, scalable, and secure Linux infrastructures for complex applications and services.
- Developing customized solutions to meet unique technical requirements based on project specifications and stakeholder expectations.
- Conducting assessments of current Linux systems and recommending appropriate modifications or upgrades to maximize efficiency and reduce risk exposure.
- Coordinating the migration of applications and services onto newer Linux releases or distribution versions, keeping compatibility and performance considerations in mind throughout this transitional phase.
- Ensuring strict adherence to established security policies and guidelines by performing regular audits and remediating identified vulnerabilities.
- Configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network devices connected to Linux systems, focusing on maximizing network uptime and minimizing latency.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams consisting of developers, architects, and operations personnel to align Linux systems with broader organizational goals and objectives.
- Participating in performance tuning exercises to identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime risks.
- Investigating and resolving complex issues arising from applications or services running on Linux systems, leveraging both root cause analysis techniques and forensics methods to isolate and repair problems.
- Supervising junior Linux administrators to develop their skills and assist them in solving difficult technical problems encountered during routine activities.
- Creating documentation pertaining to Linux administration tasks, covering everything from general system overviews to detailed troubleshooting guides targeted at other team members and stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date emerging technologies, innovations, and best practices applicable to Linux administration fields to ensure the organization stays ahead of competitors and adapts rapidly to evolving market needs

Certification(s)

RHCA, Cloud Solution Architect, RHCA, RH-OpenStack,Cloud Solution Architect