Linux Engineer

Northwind Prime Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans (401k or pension)

Professional development programs

Job summary

Northwind Prime Group in Nashville, TN is seeking a Linux Engineer to design, implement, and maintain Linux-based systems across our financial applications. This full-time role requires strong Linux administration and scripting skills while providing 24/7 system availability.

You will collaborate with IT professionals in a modern Nashville office, stay current with Linux trends, mentor junior team members, and participate in on‑call rotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years of Linux administration and support.
• Proficient with Red Hat, CentOS, and Ubuntu.
• Experience with Bash, Python, or Perl scripting.
• Familiar with virtualization (VMware or KVM).
• Experience with AWS or Azure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain Linux systems and services.
• Troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate Linux solutions.
• Stay updated on Linux trends and apply improvements.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff.
• Participate in on-call rotations for 24/7 availability.

Skills

Linux administration

Scripting with Bash/Python/Perl

Security best practices

Automation tools

On-call support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

VMware

KVM

Red Hat/CentOS/Ubuntu

AWS/Azure

Job description

Northwind Prime Group is seeking a Linux Engineer to join our team in Nashville, TN. This full-time role offers a salary range of $100,000 to $141,053 and is available until November 23, 2026.

As a Linux Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing our Linux systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring system security. You will also work on automating tasks and improving system performance.

You will collaborate with a team of IT professionals in a modern office environment in Nashville, TN. Our workplace is designed to foster innovation and teamwork.

The salary for this role ranges from $100,000 to $141,053 per year, providing a competitive compensation package.

• Benefits include comprehensive health insurance coverage that may encompass medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as wellness programs.
• Employees are also eligible for retirement plans, such as a 401(k) or pension scheme, to help them save for their future.
• Additionally, professional development opportunities are available, including training programs, workshops, and access to online learning platforms, to support the continuous growth and advancement of the employees.

You should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Experience with Linux administration and scripting is required. Knowledge of security best practices and automation tools is a plus.

Applications accepted until November 23, 2026.

The company values diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

What you will do:

1. Design, implement, and maintain Linux-based systems and services to support our financial applications.
2. Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Linux solutions into our existing infrastructure.
4. Stay up-to-date with the latest Linux trends and technologies, and apply this knowledge to improve our systems.
5. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
6. Participate in on‑call rotations to ensure 24/7 system availability and support.

What we need:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. 5+ years of experience in Linux administration and support.
3. Strong knowledge of Linux distributions such as Red Hat, CentOS, and Ubuntu.
4. Experience with scripting languages like Bash, Python, or Perl.
5. Familiarity with virtualization technologies like VMware or KVM.
6. Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure is a plus.