Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer

ECS Technologie AG; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 100’000 - 130’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ECS Technologie AG is seeking a Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer to enhance global connectivity through innovative satellite IoT solutions. This role involves designing and maintaining Linux-based infrastructure, ensuring system performance, and mentoring junior staff. Join a diverse team in a modern office environment in Zurich with flexible hours and competitive salary.

Leistungen

Flexible hours

Travel opportunities

Modern office in Zurich with free snacks & drinks

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in Linux Systems Engineering.
• Strong scripting skills and experience with automation platforms required.
• Security focused design and deep understanding of system architecture is essential.

Aufgaben

• Design, implement, and maintain bare-metal Linux-based infrastructure.
• Ensure high availability and security of systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and improve efficiency through automation.

Kenntnisse

Problem Solving

Scripting (Bash, Python)

Linux Internals

Networking

Tools

KVM

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Terraform

Zabbix

Prometheus

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer

ECS Technologie AGis revolutionizing global connectivity through cutting-edge satellite IoT solutions and Ground Station as a Service (GSaaS). At ECS Technologie AG we enhance global connectivity with advanced satellite communication solutions to provide seamless, affordable and reliable connections globally. We are a diverse and international team headquartered in the heart of Zurich, with a focus on innovation and making the impossible possible. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer to join our team and help us shape the future of global communication.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer at ECS Technologie AG, you will:

• Design, implement, and maintain bare-metal Linux-based infrastructure to support our satellite IoT and GSaaS solutions.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of our systems and services.
• Collaborate across the organization to develop and deploy innovative solutions.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation.
• Automate repetitive tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Provide user support for infrastructure services.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the growth of the team.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you must have:

• 5+ years of experience as a Linux Systems Engineer or similar role
• Strong independent work ethic, and ability to solve problems with little oversight
• Ability to prioritize workloads and set realistic delivery expectations
• Experience building and maintaining self-hosted physical infrastructure (bare metal servers)
• Deep understanding of Linux internals, networking and system architecture
• Strong scripting skills (Bash, python etc.)
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Zabbix, Prometheus, etc.)
• Experience with bare metal virtualization (KVM, Proxmox), containers (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
• Experience building redundant systems (both physical and software)
• Experience with an automation platform (Ansible, Terraform, Puppet)
• Security focused design (best practices, familiarity with concepts & attention to detail)
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Additional skills that are nice to have but not required:

• Networking experience (to include routing, switch management etc.)
• Experience with BSD (OpenBSD, FreeBSD etc.)
• Cloud Networking Experience (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute)
• Other languages (as a global company, languages more than German/French are key to our success )
• Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) infrastructure
• Experience with satellite technologies and tooling

Benefits

At ECS Technologie AG, we offer:

• A diverse, mission driven international team with a flat hierarchy focused on results
• An environment where you can independently find the best way to solve problems
• A modern office in the heart of Zurich with free snacks & drinks
• Flexible hours
• Travel opportunities to global ground stations and teleports
• Competitive salary with Swiss social security and pension benefits

Application Information

If you are passionate about Linux infrastructure and want to contribute to the future of global connectivity, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter in English, through our online application portal. Join ECS Technologie AG and be part of a team that is transforming the way the world connects.