Linux System Administrator

Amadeus; Bogotá ciudad; On-site; COP 96,000,000 - 168,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Annual bonus

Vacation and paid time off

Health insurances

Hybrid working model

Professional development

Job summary

Amadeus is seeking a Linux System Administrator to join the Database as a Service team, focusing on Linux administration for high-availability environments. Your role will evolve to include database-specific operations and automation support.

You will be responsible for Linux system administration, scripting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure and automation initiatives. The role includes on-call rotations and weekend maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven advanced Linux system administration experience.
• Strong English proficiency.
• Experience with Linux in virtual and physical environments.
• Knowledge of automation tools (Ansible preferred) and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux systems (RHEL) in virtualized and physical environments.
• Ensure system health and performance using orchestration and management tools.
• Manage VM lifecycles in Azure and optional Google Cloud Platform.
• Use shell/bash scripting for efficient resource delivery.
• Participate in on-call rotations and occasional weekend maintenance.
• Maintain infrastructure documentation and contribute to knowledge bases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support automation initiatives.

Skills

English (Fluent)

Advanced Linux

Operational experience

Independent & team player

Troubleshooting skills

NFS/CIFS

Shell scripting

Ansible

Azure

Google Cloud

Tools

Ansible

Chef

Puppet

Terraform

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

About The Business Area/Department

Amadeus Platform Foundation Services organization provides infrastructure and engineering support for the hosting and development of proprietary software used by the global travel industry.

Job Title

Linux System Administrator

About The Business Area/Department

Amadeus Platform Foundation Services organization provides infrastructure and engineering support for the hosting and development of proprietary software used by the global travel industry.

Summary Of The Role

You’ll be part of the Database as a Service team, focusing on Linux system administration for operational excellence in high-availability environments. Your role will evolve to include database-specific operations and, potentially, automation support.

In This Role You’ll

• Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux systems (primarily RHEL) in virtualized and physical environments.
• Ensure system health and performance using orchestration and management tools.
• Manage virtual machine lifecycles in Azure and optionally Google Cloud Platform.
• Use shell/bash scripting for efficient and secure delivery of resources
• Participate in on-call rotations and occasional weekend maintenance.
• Maintain infrastructure documentation and contribute to operational knowledge bases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure and automation initiatives.

About The Ideal Candidate

• Fluent in English
• Advanced Linux System Administrator
• Strong operational experience
• Comfortable working independently and in a team
• Proactive mindset and solid troubleshooting skills.
• Deep understanding of Linux OS in virtual and physical platforms
• Experience with NFS, CIFS, and OS-level scripting (bash/shell)
• Experience with Ansible (preferred) or other automation tools like Chef, Puppet, or Terraform
• Proficient in Azure; familiarity with Google Cloud Platform is a plus.

What We Can Offer You

• Get rewarded with competitive remuneration, individual and company annual bonus, vacation and holiday paid time off, health insurances and other competitive benefits.
• Hybrid working model.
• Professional development to broaden yourknowledge and enhance your skillswith on-line learning hubs packed with technical and soft skills training that allow you to develop and grow.
• Enter a diverse and inclusive workplace, join one of the world’s top travel technology companies and take on a role that impacts millions of travelers around the globe.

Working at Amadeus, you will find

• A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.
• A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
• Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
• A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
• A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.
• A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
• A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.

Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer and committed to an accessible recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.