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Linux Engineer - 60/hr - Remote

Vaco by Highspring

Brentwood (TN)

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USD 80,000 - 100,000

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Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sr. Linux Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain Linux systems. The role requires expertise in Linux distributions, scripting, and networking. This is a contract-to-hire position offering competitive pay and the opportunity to work remotely. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and experience with automation tools.

Qualifications

5+ years experience as a Linux Engineer or similar role.
Expertise in Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, CentOS, or Red Hat.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and maintain Linux systems and servers.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
Automate routine tasks using scripting languages.

Skills

Linux

Scripting

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

VMware

KVM

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Job Details

Title: Sr. Linux Engineer

Location: REMOTE, Franklin, TN

Compensation: $60/hr

Employment Type: Contract to Hire (6 months)

Must Have Experience

5+ years experience as a Linux Engineer or similar role.
Expertise in Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, CentOS, or Red Hat.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
Strong understanding of networking protocols and services (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, AHV, KVM).
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Key Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and maintain Linux systems and servers in production and development environments.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
Develop and implement security measures to protect Linux systems from vulnerabilities and threats.
Automate routine tasks using scripting languages such as Bash or Python.
Collaborate with network engineers and other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of Linux systems.
Perform system upgrades, patches, and backups to maintain system integrity.
Optimize system performance through tuning and capacity planning.
Document system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.
Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior team members.

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