IT Systems Engineer III (Linux Admin): 26-02795

Akraya, Inc.; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya, in Oakland, CA, seeks an experienced Linux Administrator to join a hybrid W2 engagement. You will design, implement, and support enterprise Linux infrastructure with a focus on automation, using Red Hat Satellite and Ansible to streamline patching, provisioning, and configuration management.

This role requires 7+ years of enterprise Linux administration, deep RHEL expertise, and strong Bash/Python scripting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of enterprise Linux administration.
• Extensive experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Experience building and maintaining RHEL Gold Images.
• Hands-on experience administering Red Hat Satellite.
• Advanced experience with Ansible Automation Platform.
• Strong scripting experience with Bash, Shell, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support enterprise Linux environments.
• Automate server provisioning and configuration management.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for operational efficiency.
• Manage and enhance Red Hat Satellite for patching and provisioning.
• Lead and contribute to infrastructure modernization projects.

Skills

Linux Admin

Red Hat

Ansible

Bash scripting

Red Hat Satellite

Ansible Automation Platform

Tools

Ansible Automation Platform

Job description

Primary Skills: Linux Administrator (Advanced), Red Hat (Advanced), Ansible (Advanced), Bash Scripting (Advanced), Red Hat Satellite (Intermediate)

Contract Type: W2 | Duration: 6+ Months | Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid, 1 Day Onsite) | Pay Range: $68 to $72/hour on W2

This role involves managing and enhancing enterprise-level Linux infrastructure with a strong focus on automation. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting robust, secure, and scalable Linux environments using tools like Red Hat Satellite and Ansible. The position requires deep technical expertise to troubleshoot complex issues and drive significant infrastructure modernization projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support enterprise Linux environments.
• Automate server provisioning and configuration management.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for operational efficiency.
• Manage and enhance Red Hat Satellite for patching and provisioning.
• Lead and contribute to infrastructure modernization projects.

Must-Have Skills

• 7+ years of enterprise Linux administration experience.
• Extensive experience with Red House Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Strong experience building and maintaining RHEL Gold Images.
• Hands-on experience administering Red House Satellite.
• Advanced experience with Ansible Automation Platform.
• Strong scripting experience with Bash, Shell, or Python.

ABOUT AKRAYA

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