Advanced Linux Infrastructure Platform Engineer

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking an Advanced Linux Infrastructure Platform Engineer to join UFIT on the Gainesville campus. You will lead medium to large projects, coordinate teams, and manage enterprise‑wide Linux systems, PeopleSoft, and automation efforts with Ansible, Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, and Python.

The role focuses on architecture, deployment, monitoring, and optimization of critical infrastructure in a large university IT environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with large-scale Linux infrastructure and enterprise applications.
• Experience with automation and configuration management (Puppet, Ansible, GitLab CI/CD, Python).
• Experience configuring load balancer appliances and virtual servers.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Linux administration of enterprise applications.
• Maintain PeopleSoft and related systems.
• Develop automation scripts using Ansible, Terraform, GitLab, and Python.
• Lead large-scale Linux administration and projects.
• Assist Linux Platform Team in architecture and implementation.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to staff.

Skills

Linux architecture

Automation scripting

GitLab CI/CD

Python

Terraform

Load balancers

Nagios/Zabbix

Linux admin

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Puppet

Ansible

GitLab CI/CD

Python

Terraform

Nagios

Zabbix

Job description

Advanced Linux Infrastructure Platform Engineer

Job No: 541242

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Computer Science, Information Technology

Department: 14300000 - IT-ICT INFRA COMM TECHNOLOGY

Job Description

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is currently seeking a professional-level Advanced Linux Infrastructure Platform Engineer to join the Infrastructure & Communication Technology team within UFIT.

Competitive candidates will be self‑motivated, organized, and eager to learn with outstanding communication skills. You will lead medium to large projects and coordinate teams responsible for maintenance, installation, configuration, and deployment of enterprise‑wide infrastructure and software systems.

Employment with UFIT provides an excellent opportunity to work with other employees dedicated and focused on understanding and interpreting the technological needs of the University of Florida's innovative and inspirational community.

Responsibilities

• Linux Administration of Enterprise Applications
• PeopleSoft maintenance and administration
• Scripting and automation using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, GitLab, etc.
• Large scale Linux administration
• Assist Linux Platform Team in architecture and implementation
• Provide leadership, advice, and recommendations on enterprise systems administration and management technologies
• Mentor and cultivate fellow talented staff members

About UF Information Technology

Led bySenior Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the nine departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; AI² Center; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state‑of‑the‑art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit https://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/.

Learn more about UFIT at https://it.ufl.edu/ and @GoGatorsUFIT.

About the University of Florida

One of America's all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future‑making education, eye‑opening discoveries, life‑saving health care, and community‑building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from Florida's West Coast, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2‑hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year‑round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Exceptional Benefits

UF provides various leave programs based on an employee's salary plan, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, personal leave days, and paid family leave. In addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.

Expected Salary

$98,000 - $105,000; commensurate based on education and experience. In addition, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred

The ideal candidate will possess the following education, experience, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree
• Expertise in Installation, Architecture/Design, and Management of Enterprise Application Infrastructure in large‑scale environments using on‑premises and cloud deployments
• Proficiency with automation, scripting, and configuration management systems such as: Puppet, Ansible, GitLab CI/CD, and Python
• Ability to configure load balancer appliances, policies, and virtual server load balancing
• Experience with large scale Linux System management with the ability to perform in‑depth troubleshooting
• Expertise with orchestration tools such as Terraform
• Proficient with monitoring systems experience such as: Nagios, Zabbix

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is not a remote work position and is located in Gainesville, FL.

A Level 2 Criminal Background Screening is required.

Applicants are required to submit the following with their application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of professional references with contact information (Minimum of 3 with one from a previous or current supervisor)

Applications Close: 24 September 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.