Global Linux Systems Administrator - Automation & DB Ops

double negative visual effects; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG, a world-leading visual effects and animation company, is seeking a Systems Administrator to ensure smooth IT operations across our global network. The role focuses on day-to-day support, projects to improve a large Linux-based infrastructure, and proactive maintenance.

You will work as part of a team delivering 2nd/3rd line support, managing NetApps, Dell servers, and databases, while ensuring tools like SaltStack and Jenkins run reliably across sites including Sydney, Australia.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent subject
• Previous experience as a Systems Administrator
• Extensive experience working with Linux systems
• Excellent knowledge of Python, Perl and Bash
• Extensive experienced user of GIT and Subversion
• Experience working with a ticketing systems, ideally JIRA
• Ability to articulate complex technical information to non-technical people.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2nd and 3rd line support to global infrastructure
• Manage Linux systems, NetApps and Dell fire servers
• Maintain large MySQL and PostgreSQL databases
• Ensure SaltStack and Jenkins are working correctly
• Create reports and diagnose issues using monitoring systems (Sensu, Graphite, Ganglia)

Skills

Python

Perl

Bash

Git

Subversion

Linux

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

JIRA

NetApp

Dell servers

SaltStack

Jenkins

Sensu

Graphite

Ganglia

Job description

DNEG, a world-leading visual effects and animation company, is seeking a Systems Administrator to ensure smooth IT operations across our global network. The role focuses on day-to-day support, projects to improve a large Linux-based infrastructure, and proactive maintenance.

You will work as part of a team delivering 2nd/3rd line support, managing NetApps, Dell servers, and databases, while ensuring tools like SaltStack and Jenkins run reliably across sites including Sydney, Australia.