IT Operations Engineer

T2; Al-Qassim Province; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An IT solutions provider in Al-Qassim Province is looking for an IT Operations Specialist to manage Linux and Windows server environments. Key responsibilities include maintaining system stability, deploying web-based tools, and optimizing databases. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and 1–3 years of relevant experience. Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork are essential. This role offers an opportunity to develop technical capabilities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in IT Operations or a related technical role.
• Hands-on experience with Linux environments.
• Basic familiarity with SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and monitor Linux and Windows servers.
• Build and support web-based tools and microservices.
• Manage and optimize data sources including MySQL and Redis.
• Execute troubleshooting across infrastructure.

Skills

Linux administration

Basic Windows server management

Networking concepts

SQL databases

Source control (Git, SVN)

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and monitor Linux and Windows server environments to ensure system stability, performance, and availability.
• Build, deploy, and support web-based tools, microservices, and backend services using open-source technologies.
• Configure, manage, and optimize data sources including MySQL, Redis, Cassandra, and other relational and NoSQL databases.
• Execute basic troubleshooting across infrastructure, applications, networks, and databases to resolve incidents efficiently.
• Prepare and optimize SQL queries to extract operational reports and support business and technical analysis.
• Manage source control repositories using Git and SVN, ensuring proper versioning, branching, and release control practices.
• Support orchestration and automation tools to streamline deployments, monitoring, and operational workflows.
• Monitor system health, logs, and performance metrics and proactively identify risks, bottlenecks, and operational issues.
• Collaborate with software engineers, DevOps, and IT operations teams to support system integration and service reliability.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Solid understanding of Linux administration and basic Windows server management.
• Fundamental knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, ports, firewalls).
• Working knowledge of SQL databases and basic query writing.
• Basic troubleshooting skills across systems, applications, and connectivity layers.
• Familiarity with source control tools such as Git and SVN.
• Exposure to microservices, web-based applications, and open-source technologies.
• Ability to understand system architecture and operational workflows.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based operational environment.
• Good time management and task prioritization skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve technical capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in IT Operations, System Operations, or a related technical role.
• Hands-on experience with Linux environments and basic networking concepts.
• Basic experience working with SQL databases and troubleshooting production issues.