Linux Administrator OCP Migration & Baremetal Engineering

Rapsys Technologies Pte Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled Linux Administrator with expertise in OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) migration and baremetal engineering. The ideal candidate will possess 5 years of experience in Linux system administration, strong skills in baremetal cluster engineering, and knowledge of networking. Responsibilities include leading OCP cluster migrations, managing Linux environments, and supporting Oracle database deployments. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Linux system administration (RHEL, CentOS preferred).
• Hands-on experience with OpenShift Container Platform (OCP), cluster setup, and migration.
• Strong knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, VLAN, DNS, firewalls).

Responsibilities

• Lead migration of OCP clusters from VMware to baremetal infrastructure.
• Install and maintain Unix/Linux RHEL servers.
• Support Oracle database deployments in Linux and OCP environments.

Skills

Linux system administration

OpenShift Container Platform (OCP)

Baremetal server provisioning

Networking concepts

Oracle database integration

Scripting (Bash, Python)

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

VMware

Job description

🌟 We're Hiring: Linux Administrator OCP Migration & Baremetal Engineering! 🌟

We are looking for a skilled Linux Administrator with expertise in OCP migration and baremetal engineering. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing Linux environments, optimizing system performance, and ensuring seamless migrations. Join us to enhance our infrastructure and drive operational excellence.

📍 Location: Singapore, Singapore
⏰ Work Mode: Work From Office
💼 Role: Linux Administrator OCP Migration & Baremetal Engineering

We are seeking an experienced Linux Administrator with proven expertise in OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) migration from VMware virtual machines to baremetal servers. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in baremetal cluster engineering, advanced Linux administration and a solid understanding of networking and Oracle environments.

Key Responsibilities

OCP Migration Implementation

• Lead and execute migration of OCP clusters from VMware virtualized environments to baremetal infrastructure
• Design and implement baremetal cluster architecture ensuring scalability, performance and security
• Develop automation scripts and tools for deployment and configuration management

Linux Administration

• Install, configure and maintain Unix/Linux RHEL servers
• Manage and maintain enterprise‑grade Linux systems (RHEL preferred)
• Perform system hardening, patching and troubleshooting for high‑availability environments
• Optimize system performance and resource utilization
• Collaborate with application teams to support deployments, upgrades and system migrations

Networking Infrastructure

• Configure and manage network components for baremetal clusters (switches, VLANs, routing)
• Ensure secure and efficient network connectivity between OCP clusters and enterprise systems

Oracle Integration

• Support Oracle database deployments and integrations within Linux and OCP environments
• Collaborate with DBAs to ensure optimal performance and reliability

Documentation Best Practices

• Create detailed technical documentation for migration processes, architecture designs and operational procedures
• Establish best practices for cluster management and disaster recovery

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Expertise

• 5 years of experience in Linux system administration (RHEL, CentOS preferred)
• Proven hands‑on experience with OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) including cluster setup and migration
• Strong knowledge of baremetal server provisioning and cluster engineering
• Proficiency in networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLAN, DNS, firewalls)
• Familiarity with Oracle database environments and integration on Linux

Tools & Technologies

• Experience with Ansible, Terraform or similar automation tools
• Knowledge of VMware virtualization and migration strategies
• Scripting skills in Bash, Python

Soft Skills

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and lead complex projects
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or equivalent
• Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration beyond OCP
• Exposure to enterprise security and compliance standards
• 5 years of hands‑on experience in Unix/Linux system administration
• 3 years of hands‑on experience with OpenShift Container Platform
• 3 years of experience in automation