Server Engineer

Avaada Energy; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Avaada Energy is looking for a highly skilled Senior Server Engineer to join our IT infrastructure team in Dadri, Uttar Pradesh. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of server administration experience, strong knowledge of virtualization technologies like VMware and Hyper-V, and experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell or Bash. This role involves designing and maintaining robust server environments, ensuring optimal security, performance, and scalability. Join us to lead critical IT initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in server administration in enterprise environments.
• In-depth knowledge of server hardware, virtualization technologies, and storage solutions.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server and Linux administration.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage secure server environments (physical and virtual).
• Perform proactive server monitoring to ensure uptime and performance.
• Automate routine server tasks to improve efficiency.

Skills

Server hardware knowledge

Virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)

Server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux)

Scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash)

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

AWS EC2

Azure VMs

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Server Engineer to join our IT infrastructure team. You will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, managing, and maintaining our server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability to meet the ever-growing needs of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage robust and secure server environments (physical and virtual) across various operating systems (e.g., Windows Server, Linux)
• Configure, install, and maintain a wide range of server applications and services to support mission-critical operations
• Perform proactive server monitoring to identify potential issues and ensure system uptime and performance
• Implement and maintain robust security measures to safeguard sensitive data and prevent unauthorized accessAutomate routine server tasks using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) to improve efficiency and reduce errors
• Lead and participate in server upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery planning to minimize downtime
• Provide technical expertise and collaborate with IT teams to troubleshoot complex server issues
• Stay up-to-date on the latest server technologies and industry best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree a plus)
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in server administration with a proven track record of success in enterprise environments
• In-depth knowledge of server hardware, virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and storage solutions (e.g., SAN, NAS)
• Solid understanding of server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux) and their administration tools
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for server automation
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud server technologies (e.g., AWS EC2, Azure VMs) a plus
• Certifications in MCSA, RHCSA, or equivalent highly desirable
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) beneficial
• Experience with server monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Prometheus)