Senior Linux Administrator

DXC Technology; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

DXC Technology, located in the Riyadh Region of Saudi Arabia, is looking for a skilled Linux System Administrator to manage Linux servers and systems. You will ensure high availability, troubleshoot issues, and implement automation routines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with 5-8 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in major Linux distributions and automation tools is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in Linux system administration.
• Strong experience with major Linux distributions.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues.

Skills

Linux system administration

Shell scripting

Networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)

Automation tools

Virtualization technologies

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers and systems across production and development environments.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability of infrastructure.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, and security hardening.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system, network, and application issues.
• Manage user access permissions and system security policies.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting, e.g., Bash, Python.
• Collaborate with DevOps, network, and security teams to optimize infrastructure.
• Implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
• Maintain system documentation, procedures, and configurations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in Linux system administration.
• Strong experience with major Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Proficiency in shell scripting and automation tools.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
• Knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, or Chef) is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as RHCSA, RHCE, or equivalent.
• Experience in high-availability and mission-critical environments.