IT Linux Systems Administrator - Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an IT Linux Systems Administrator with expertise in Linux technologies and application support. This role involves collaborating with engineers to design and support high-performance Linux-based software platforms. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility and creativity in problem-solving. With responsibilities including system design, scripting, and automation, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects that aim to make humanity an interplanetary species. Join a team that values ingenuity and excellence in technology.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Stock Options

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in IT systems administration or 3+ years without a degree.
• Experience with Linux servers in physical and virtual environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to support Linux-based software platforms.
• Design and deliver solutions, resolve problems proactively.

Skills

Linux Administration

Python Scripting

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

3+ years IT experience without degree

Tools

Git

Docker

Ansible

Puppet

Chef

Job description

Join to apply for the IT Linux Systems Administrator - Top Secret Clearance role at SpaceX

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

IT Linux Systems Administrator - Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX is looking for an experienced Systems Administrator with deep knowledge and broad experience across Linux-based technologies and application support. The ideal candidate will be flexible, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be self-motivated with ingenuity to excel in this position.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to gather requirements, research, evaluate, design, deploy, and support Linux-based and open-source software platforms in a high-performance environment.
• Exercise responsibility for processes, systems, and tools to support SpaceX's goal of making humanity an interplanetary species.
• Make recommendations, justify, and implement improvements using change control methodologies.
• Design and deliver creative solutions, resolve problems proactively, and interact with internal business units.
• Define, document, and follow standards and best practices for systems design, testing, and implementation.
• Develop scripting and automation solutions to address common problems.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 1+ years of experience in IT systems administration; or 3+ years of experience without a degree.
• Experience with Linux servers in physical and virtualized environments.
• Experience with scripting and automation languages such as Python.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Expertise in creating scalable, reliable, high-availability systems with fault tolerance, performance tuning, and monitoring.
• Knowledge of Linux-based systems and technologies like Apache, BIND, HAProxy, NGINX, sendmail/postfix, iptables.
• Proficiency in Linux shell scripting (bash).
• Experience with version control tools like Git and Subversion.
• Experience with configuration management and DevOps tools such as Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Vagrant, Docker.
• Ability to work with mission-critical and sensitive systems with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders.

Additional Requirements

• Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $85,000 - $115,000 per year, with potential bonuses and stock options. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation, and holidays.

ITAR Requirements

• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or eligible to obtain necessary authorizations.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations or to view the Affirmative Action Plan, contact [e-mail].