Linux Software Expert

Dautom; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a skilled Linux Systems Administrator to install, configure, and maintain servers in a Linux environment. The successful candidate will have a strong background in scripting and automation, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience with cloud computing and various services. Ideal applicants will hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and enjoy working in a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience working with Linux operating systems.
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Ruby, Perl, or related.
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining services such as Bind, Apache, MySQL, Nginx, etc.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers in a Linux environment.
• Develop and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Create test automation frameworks in collaboration with team members.

Skills

Automation

Analytical Skills

Documentation

Engineering

Design

Communication

Disaster Recovery

Cloud Computing

Education

Bachelors degree in computer sciences, engineering, or equivalent

Masters degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field

Tools

PowerShell

BASH

Puppet

Chef

Linux

Drupal

WordPress

Apache

Nginx

MySQL

Oracle

Job description

Install, configure, and maintain servers in a Linux environment

Develop and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies

Monitor the health of the Linux servers through both automated and manual processes

Design, develop, and implement infrastructure monitoring and reporting tools through scripts such as BASH and PowerShell

Perform server hardware maintenance and upgrades

Create test automation frameworks in collaboration with team members or other IT departments

Develop tools to help increase functionality and efficiency of available infrastructure

Maintain software repositories and apply software updates

Maintain documentation for procedures, configurations, and programs

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in computer sciences, engineering, or its equivalent

2+ years experience working with Linux operating systems

Strong scripting skills in Python, Ruby, Perl, or a related language

Knowledge of automation technologies

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Experience with Linux servers in virtualized environments

Strong knowledge of Linux scripting languages

Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining services such as Bind, Apache, MySQL, Nginx, etc.

Solid understanding of configuration management tools, such as Puppet and Chef

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Knowledge of databases such as MS SQL, Oracle, or DB2

Preferred qualifications

Experience with cloud computing

Experience with open-source application suites, such as WordPress or Drupal

Masters degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field

Required Skills:

Drupal Perl Powershell Test Automation Nginx Disaster Recovery Ruby Bash Cloud Computing Apache Analytical Skills Operating Systems WordPress Servers Automation Infrastructure Databases Information Technology Oracle Computer Science Linux Python MySQL Documentation Software SQL Maintenance Engineering Design Communication Science Management