Linux Systems Specialist

CineSend; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CineSend, a leader in video technology, seeks a Linux Systems Specialist to enhance their Linux-based storage systems. This role involves provisioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining high-security video storage appliances as the company scales its operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong Linux and networking skills along with excellent problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Work from home options

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Profound familiarity with CentOS7 and Linux environments.
• Proven experience deploying Linux appliances at scale.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provision new Linux storage servers and support on-site installers.
• Diagnose and resolve issues in deployed machines.
• Maintain and update software on appliances.

Skills

CentOS7

Linux

Networking

RAID Management

Bash Scripting

Ansible

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Relevant certifications in Linux

Relevant certifications in Networking

Relevant certifications in Systems Management

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Company Overview

CineSend is a fast-growing video technology company with bases in Toronto and Los Angeles. As the industry leader in high-security video storage, encoding, and delivery, we pride ourselves on serving some of the world's most prestigious brands. Our customers include major Hollywood studios, prominent international airlines, renowned film festivals, and hundreds of other innovative enterprises. Whether it's a movie in a cinema or on a plane, there's a high chance that CineSend played a vital role in its delivery.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Linux Systems Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for the provisioning, maintaining, and enhancing our Linux-based storage appliances. As we scale from hundreds to thousands of deployments, your expertise will ensure the robustness and efficiency of our software, systems, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provisioning and Installation Support: Efficiently provision new Linux storage servers and provide comprehensive installation support to on-site installers.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve issues in deployed machines, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Hardware Management: Handle RMA processes for defective units, refurbish returned devices for redeployment, and perform basic computer repairs, including component replacement.
• Software Management and Upgrades: Maintain, update, and improve the software running on the appliances, execute regular updates across the network, and manage a CentOS7 upgrade path.

Qualifications

• Profound familiarity with CentOS7 and Linux environments.
• Proven experience in deploying Linux appliances at scale.
• Extensive knowledge of networking principles and configurations.
• Skill in managing RAID arrays and understanding of computer hardware.
• Experience with Bash scripting and Ansible for script execution across multiple devices.
• Familiarity with TPM 2.0 deployments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in Linux, networking, or systems management.

Nice-to-haves

• Laravel experience
• NodeJS experience
• Experience mentoring other engineers
• Knowledge of AWS
• A dog to bring to the office

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development