Linux System Administrator

Clover Infotech; Mumbai; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Clover Infotech is seeking a Linux Support Engineer with 3 to 5 years of hands-on Linux administration and Python scripting experience. The role focuses on Linux server monitoring, troubleshooting, system administration, and automation of routine tasks to ensure high availability of IT infrastructure.

The candidate will work closely with IT teams to resolve incidents, perform root-cause analyses, and implement preventive measures, maintaining robust documentation and adhering to security and SLA

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant Linux administration/production support experience.
• Strong Python scripting ability for automation.
• Knowledge of Linux commands, system monitoring, logs and performance troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Linux servers and operating systems.
• Monitor server health, CPU, memory, disk usage, and performance.
• Troubleshoot Linux-related issues and perform root-cause analysis.
• Manage users, groups, file permissions, processes and services.
• Analyze logs and investigate application or infrastructure issues.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate routine tasks and checks.
• Shell scripting to automate repetitive administrative activities.
• Support incident, problem and change management processes.
• Coordinate with application, network, database and infra teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain technical documentation and follow standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and service level agreements.

Skills

Linux administration

Python scripting

Bash/shell scripting

Networking fundamentals

Tools

Ansible

Job description

Job Description: Linux Support Engineer Python

Company: Clover Infotech

Job Location: Andheri East, Mumbai

Experience Required: 3 to 5 Years

Primary Skills: Linux Administration, Python Scripting

About Clover Infotech

Clover Infotech is an IT services and consulting company that provides technology solutions, infrastructure management, application services and digital transformation services to enterprise clients.

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Linux Support Engineer with 3 to 5 years of hands‑on experience in Linux administration and working knowledge of Python scripting. The candidate will be responsible for Linux server monitoring, troubleshooting, system administration and automation of routine operational tasks.

The role involves supporting IT infrastructure, ensuring system availability, resolving technical incidents and collaborating with relevant teams to maintain smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Linux servers and operating systems.


• Monitor server health, CPU, memory, disk utilization and system performance.


• Troubleshoot Linux‑related issues and perform root‑cause analysis.


• Manage users, groups, file permissions, processes and system services.


• Analyze system logs and investigate application or infrastructure issues.


• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate routine tasks and system checks.


• Perform shell scripting and automate repetitive administrative activities.


• Support incident management, problem management and change management processes.


• Coordinate with application, network, database and infrastructure teams to resolve issues.


• Maintain technical documentation and follow established operational procedures.


• Ensure compliance with applicable security policies and service‑level agreements.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Linux administration, preferably RHEL/CentOS or similar distributions.


• Hands‑on experience with Linux commands, process management, file systems, permissions and service management.


• Knowledge of system monitoring, log analysis and performance troubleshooting.


• Working knowledge of Python scripting for automation and operational support.


• Knowledge of Bash or shell scripting.


• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, SSH and ports.


• Familiarity with production support, incident management and troubleshooting procedures.


• Knowledge of monitoring tools and ticketing systems is desirable.

Experience and Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in Linux administration, Linux support or infrastructure/production support.


• Practical experience troubleshooting Linux server issues.


• Ability to write and understand basic Python scripts.


• Good analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in enterprise or mission‑critical production environments.


• Knowledge of automation tools such as Ansible.


• Familiarity with ITIL processes and incident management.


• Exposure to performance monitoring and infrastructure management tools.