Senior Engineer, Unix/Linux System

NCS Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 66,960 - 94,860; Full time

Job summary

NCS Group is seeking a skilled Unix/Linux Administrator in Singapore to manage and support IT infrastructure. The role involves ensuring system reliability, troubleshooting issues, and managing Redhat servers while collaborating with project managers.

Candidates should have 7-10 years of Unix/Linux administration experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Strong communication and teamwork skills are preferred, as well as a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Unix/Linux administration.
• Strong knowledge of Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Familiarity with file systems, LVM, and RAID configurations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Redhat servers, ensuring operational, backup, and SLA compliance.
• Troubleshoot issues impacting infrastructure operations.
• Assist with planning and implementing systems integrations.

Skills

Unix/Linux administration

Shell scripting (Bash, Korn)

System monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix)

Networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSH)

Backup technology (Commvault, Data Protector)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Unix/Linux Administrator to manage, maintain, and support our IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will ensure system reliability, performance, and security while supporting day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Redhat servers and administer them including operational, backup and meet the SLA.
• Ensure high availability of Unix platforms Redhat, Solaris, HPUX that support business functions and external.
• Troubleshoot and remediate issues impacting the operation of the infrastructure.
• Assist with planning and implementing systems integrations following M&A activity.
• Document the design, operation and troubleshooting of technology platforms and procedures.
• Operate as a technical expert on infrastructure projects pertaining to Linux, VMware, Oracle, Weblogic and Storage.
• Perform infrastructure design and implementations, performance analysis and optimization, systems monitoring and problem resolution, upgrade planning and execution, and process creation and documentation.
• Suggest improvements based on technology, best practices, or changing requirements.
• Provide regular updates to management on advantages and potential opportunities for new technologies and automation.
• Establish close working relationships with Team Leads, customers and Project Management.
• Assist Technical Operations with testing & implementation of new technologies and/or services.
• Work with and manage outside consulting technical subject matter experts as needed.
• Help to resolve complex IT issues in a Tier 1 & 2 capacity.
• Train/Mentor junior staff members as appropriate.
• Experience in Oracle and WebLogic including methods, policies and procedures for installation, management, monitoring and support.
• Understand the backup technology like Commvault, Data Protector. Perform backup and restoration annually for systems.
• Support Disaster Recovery exercise conducted by customer.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Unix/Linux administration
• Strong knowledge of Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Hands-on experience with shell scripting (Bash, Korn)
• Familiarity with file systems, LVM, and RAID configurations
• Experience in system monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, etc.)
• Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSH)
• Experience with patching and vulnerability managementGood troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field

Preferred Attributes

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and detail-oriented mindset

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