DevOps Engineer with Linux Admin

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer with strong Linux Administration skills to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable infrastructure in a continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) environment. You will also be managing and optimizing Linux servers, ensuring their availability, performance, and security.

This role requires a blend of systems administration expertise and automation skills, making it ideal for someone who is passionate about both Linux and DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage highly available and scalable infrastructure in cloud and on-premise environments.
• Maintain, configure, and optimize Linux-based systems (such as Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS) to ensure high levels of performance and security.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment process for various environments (development, staging, production).
• Automate infrastructure management tasks using tools like Ansible, Terraform, Chef, or Puppet.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, security, and scalability through tools like Nagios, Prometheus, or Grafana.
• Manage and administer containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure smooth deployments.
• Implement security best practices, including patch management, vulnerability assessment, and system hardening.
• Develop scripts and tools to automate routine tasks and improve system efficiencies.
• Manage version control systems (e.g., Git) and automate build and deployment processes.
• Ensure proper documentation of infrastructure configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer with a strong background in Linux administration.
• In-depth knowledge of Linux operating systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud infrastructure tools.
• Proficiency with automation and configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or Terraform.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, etc.
• Solid scripting skills (Bash, Python, or similar languages) to automate tasks and processes.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Experience in network and security best practices, including firewall configurations, VPNs, and secure SSH management.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve issues in production environments.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with load balancing, DNS management, and other network services.
• Certification in AWS, Azure, or Linux administration is a plus.