Linux Administrator

Role & responsibilities

Build, Deploy and support infrastructure on Oracle Cloud (OCI) ExaCC and VMware, Linux/Unix, storage, Networking.

Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using Infrastructure as Code (IaaC) tools like Ansible, Terraform.

Configure and manage cloud resources for scalability, performance, and high availability.

Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues to ensure optimal performance and uptime.

Collaborate with DBAs, Developers and Operations teams.

Document technical processes and procedures for future reference and knowledge sharing.

Essential:

Bachelors/ master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

3+ years of experience working with Linux/Unix, OCI (ExaCC) technologies.

Provide expert-level support for OEL, Red Hat and Unix-related issues, troubleshoot problems, and implement timely resolutions.

Strong understanding of networking concepts (DNS, IP Tables, Firewalls, routing), debugging network routing and network security group issues within OCI. and Compute service components.

Familiarity with distributed systems, networking, and storage technologies in a cloud environment.

Knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and command-line tools

Experience with Oracle Technology project implementation

Cloud Infrastructure implementation, preferably OCI. Should demonstrate experience in migrations to OCI

Operates and performs maintenance to services running within the region using Runbooks.

OCI architect certified with knowledge in all OCI resource provisioning (network, VM, Storage, SaaS, PaaS services etc)

Knowledgeable in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Network and Compute service components

Hands-on experience using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), Ansible and automation pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.).

Analyses problems, identifies solutions, and makes decisions.

Familiarity with distributed systems, networking, and storage technologies in a cloud environment.

Knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and command-line tools

Perform hands-on configuration and optimization of networking components within OCI, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient data transfer between on-premises and cloud environments.

Provide expertise in different cross cloud platforms to support data integration while ensuring data integrity and security.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to cloud implementation, networking, database, and cloud native services.

Desirable:

Redhat OR Equivalent Linux Certifications.
Oracle Cloud Certifications is a plus.
Experience working with Agile development methodologies.

Competencies:
Strong stakeholders' management experience and good communication skills.

Flexible, open mind-set and comfortable working with existing systems.

Passionate about technology and applying it to business solutions.

Enthusiastic and possessing a “can do” attitude.

Have a track record of getting things done, within a fast-paced and changing environment.

Creative and be good at bringing others along with you.

You will be a team player with excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work any of the three shifts during 24*7 (Including Night Shift) to meet the business need and it is required to support production systems.