Full Time

Linux Systems Engineer

Verizon
$70,000 - $110,000* / year (about $34–$53 an hour)

Job Description

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Job Overview

As a Linux Systems Engineer at Verizon, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our Linux-based systems to ensure high availability, performance, and security. You will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting various Linux environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement solutions that meet operational needs. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing system reliability and streamlining processes that support our dynamic business operations.



Job Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and maintain Linux servers and related infrastructure to support application and service requirements.
  • Create and implement automation scripts to enhance system monitoring and management tasks.
  • Conduct regular system performance diagnostics and apply optimizations to improve reliability.
  • Ensure system security through the implementation of best practices and regular updates.
  • Collaborate with development teams to support application deployments and troubleshoot system-related issues.
  • Participate in on-call rotations to provide support for production systems and respond to incidents.
  • Document system architecture, configurations, and procedures to foster knowledge sharing within the team.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in Linux system administration or engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems such as Red Hat, CentOS, or Ubuntu.
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation tasks.
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Proficient in understanding network concepts and troubleshooting.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.


Technologies & Tools

The Linux Systems Engineer will work with a wide range of technologies and tools essential for system management and automation. This includes configuration management tools such as Ansible or Puppet, monitoring solutions like Nagios or Zabbix, and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git, will also be vital for maintaining code repositories and collaboration within development teams.



Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for the Linux Systems Engineer position possess a strong technical foundation combined with excellent communication skills. They demonstrate a proactive attitude in problem-solving and are adaptable to evolving technologies and methodologies. A successful candidate will be detail-oriented, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and exhibit a collaborative spirit while working within diverse teams. A passion for continuous learning and improvement in both personal skills and team processes will greatly contribute to success in this role.

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