Linux Systems Administrator

HugoNet; Mooresville (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech-focused company in Mooresville is seeking a Linux System Administrator to support a command line-only infrastructure. The role requires strong command line proficiency, a bachelor's degree in a technical field, and the ability to troubleshoot system issues without internet access. Candidates must pass a command line proficiency test and are required to be U.S. citizens. The position offers a remote working option and various unique company perks.

Benefits

Paid gym membership

Company nerf gun wars

Recreational lounge

Kayaks and paddle boards

Frisbee golf tournaments

Quarterly barbeques

Free coffee and candy

On-site showers

Qualifications

• Ability to pass command line proficiency test without internet resources.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot RHEL operating system issues.
• Debug hardware and software problems on Linux infrastructure.
• Write custom scripts to automate tasks.

Skills

Command line proficiency

Linux system knowledge

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Ansible

Git

RHEL 7/8

Job description

Overview

Remote: Start 100% REMOTE. Hybrid remote post-pandemic.

We are recruiting a Linux system administrator to support our command line only infrastructure. We optimize for performance and efficiency, reducing cost and improving run times. You will be required to pass a command line only proficiency test to demonstrate your capabilities. We run a large scientific supercomputer with an environment built on both hardware and free, opensource virtualization and containerization. You should know what you are doing at the command line with built-in Linux capabilities and you must be willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Strong attention to detail and consistent work (all systems are configured the same, any changes are applied to all the systems at once)
• Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting RHEL 7/8 operating system issues on air gapped networks (no access to google or the internet)
• Strong understanding of EL 7/8 features, built-in commands, tools, and configuration files (no access to google or the internet)
• Frequent use and understanding of man pages
• Ability to problem-solve with minimal guidance and supervision
• Highly driven to improve skillset and gain new knowledge
• Strong scripting background in languages such as python or bash
• Excellent research skills with a strong focus on testing implementations before executing in production
• Debugging hardware and software problems on our Linux infrastructure
• Writing custom scripts to automate system tasks and troubleshoot server or network issues

We run advanced scientific applications, turning over up to 50TB of new data on a daily basis, to solve engineering problems other companies fail to solve. Our numerical solvers are developed in-house by our engineers and developers, providing customers with customized solutions to a variety of difficult problems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (mathematics, engineering, computer sciences, physics, etc.)
• Proficiency test demonstrating command line capabilities without internet resources, external guidance, and limited peripherals
• *U.S. Citizen*
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance

Preferences

• Experience with scientific and/or engineering code development
• Configuration management and automation (e.g. Ansible, Salt, Puppet, CFEngine, Chef)
• Broad understanding of network technologies and security
• Knowledge of Python, preferably OOP (classes, inheritance, polymorphism, etc.)
• Experience with Git version control
• Experience with RHEL derivatives like CentOS, specifically EL 7 and 8.
• Prefer active security clearance

Company Perks

• Paid gym membership
• Company nerf gun wars (nerf guns provided on hire)
• Loungeski recreational area stocked with snacks and hoppy beverages
• Kayaks and paddle boards to surf the lake at our headquarter location
• Frisbee golf tournaments in our backyard woods
• Bonfire and grill areas available for 24/7 use
• Quarterly barbeques which include ½ workday, homemade pudding shots and company supplied hoppy beverages
• Free 24/7 coffee and candy!
• Company Kitchen and balconies on each floor (hammocks are available)
• Onsite showers available 24/7