Linux/Unix Systems EngineerThe Linux/Unix Systems Engineer role is part of the Infrastructure and Operations – Hosting Services Department. This role will design, implement, configure, upgrade, and troubleshoot Open Systems technologies and platforms both on-premise and in the Cloud. The Linux/Unix Systems Engineer will consult with application owners, and cross-functional teams to design, plan, and deliver Open Systems solutions.The Infrastructure and Operations – Hosting Services Department owns the engineering, planning, development, delivery, and support of Windows, Linux, Unix, private and public cloud infrastructure services globally.
The technology landscape includes platforms and technologies that support the following services:Open Systems (Unix, LINUX, AIX)Virtualization servicesAzure Compute servicesAzure Governance, Control and Security servicesAzure Monitoring and Cost Management servicesInfrastructure as Code Deployment and Management of Azure resources Leveraging Terraform/ARM, Azure Repo (Git) and Azure PipelinesInfrastructure Cloud servicesAutomation and OrchestrationPerformance and Capacity ManagementEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Identify, analyze and resolve the most cloud, and on-premise based issues.Manage multiple initiatives independently.Ensure consistent provisioning, uptime, regulatory compliance and data protection including both on-premise and AzureManage and provide current usage statistics and providing future projected growth estimatesSupport application owners, hosting platforms and other IT groups in troubleshooting and resolving issuesProvide technical guidance to team members on Cloud and on-premise TechnologiesProvide input into strategies and budgetsPerform cross-functional tasks for Cloud Services to support distributed Open Systems environments and technologies as it pertains to implementation, configuration, troubleshooting, and upgrades of the infrastructure servicesParticipate in 24/7 on-call rotation if needed to resolve critical issuesMay be required to work occasional nights and/or weekendsProvide consultation to business partners on improving service deliveryEngineer and develop enterprise hosting solutions to support the organization strategyKnowledge of engineering, developing or provisioning public cloud servicesRequired Skills / Experience / Competencies:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or related degree or relevant military experience considered in lieu of degree requirement5+ years of experience supporting distributed, Open Systems environments and technologies3+ years of experience in the engineering (L3), and support of Cloud and on-premise platforms and technologies within medium to large-scale companies3+ years of experience with one or more scripting and automation tools (Ansible, Perl, Terraform, etc.)Demonstrate problems solved or services delivered through scripting and automationPreferred Skills / Experience / Competencies:Experience with engineering, deploying, and configuring Azure services (Hosting, Network, Identity)Experience with writing code and deploying Azure infrastructure using TerraformExperience with Git and its workflows, Azure Repo/GitHubExperience with authoring code for Azure Pipelines (YAML based multi-stage) and set up workflow for deployment using the pipelinesExperience with network layers and network infrastructuresAzure certification (Admin or Architect)Experience in implementing hosting private and public cloud solutionsExperience in working with onsite/offshore support model/frameworkSelf-driven and ability to identify tasks/activities required to keep the environment healthyUnderstanding of performance and capacity management and reportingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsSolid teamwork and interpersonal skills.Self-starter and self-learner