Senior Linux Engineer Full Time

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role*

*Position is bonus eligible*

Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Sr. Linux Systems Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for the design, implement, and test Linux systems management and administration technology for systems, often requiring advanced knowledge and skills.

Qualifications:

• Strong problem solving and debugging skills
• Deep understanding of the Linux Kernel (scheduling, networking, I/O, monitoring)
• Solid background in configuration management (puppet/salt, build RPMs, deploy updates)
• Strong project management capabilities
• Ability and desire to keep current with rapidly changing technologies
• Strong operational mindset
• 8-10 years related experience
• Mentor other Linux engineers
• Interview Linux engineer candidates

Responsibilities:

• Plan, test, and implement changes to system configuration and software settings to support a variety of software and operations teams
• Plan, test, and implement changes to the global systems management infrastructure, such as configuration management, identity management, software repositories, continuous integration, system monitoring, etc.
• Design, implement, extend, and maintain the tooling that automates the key Linux infrastructure operations, such as the configuration deployment process, server provisioning, patching, capacity expansion, etc.
• Research and define future directions for systems (implement proofs-of-concept, research methodologies and technologies, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues related to stability, functionality, performance, misconfiguration, hardware, etc.
• Assist development and operations teams with general support requests
• Review the contributions of teammates and provide constructive feedback
• Prioritize and manage time effectively across projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment; deliver quality solutions on schedule and within budget
• Excellent communication skills.
• Regular communication with management, key stakeholders and technical colleagues.
• Be a positive representation of infrastructure team internally and externally

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