Linux Systems Administrator

TEKsystems; Santa Clara (CA); Remote; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Linux Systems Automation Engineer to support large-scale infrastructure operations by analyzing, troubleshooting, and automating remediation of Linux-based systems. This contract role bridges system administration, automation engineering, and AI-driven operations.

You will monitor infrastructure, perform root cause analysis, develop automation scripts, and collaborate with engineering teams to implement permanent fixes across thousands of machines.

Qualifications

• Experience with AI-assisted operations or autonomous agents.
• Familiarity with infrastructure management and orchestration tools.
• Knowledge of monitoring, observability, and incident management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot large-scale Linux infrastructure issues.
• Analyze failures and perform root cause analysis of automation failures.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts to reduce manual work.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement permanent fixes across thousands of machines.
• Evaluate AI-driven remediation outcomes to improve tooling and processes.

Skills

Linux

hardware troubleshooting

python

bash

Tools

NetBox

Configuration management

Orchestration platforms

Ansible

Kubernetes

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Linux Systems Automation Engineer to support large-scale infrastructure operations by analyzing, troubleshooting, and automating the remediation of system failures across thousands of Linux-based machines. This role bridges system administration, automation engineering, and emerging AI-driven operations, requiring strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to develop automated solutions for recurring issues.

Responsibilities Monitor and investigate infrastructure failures identified through automated validation and testing systems. Analyze Linux servers and machines that fail established operational criteria after automated processes are executed. Perform root cause analysis on systems that automation or AI-driven remediation workflows are unable to successfully repair. Diagnose hardware, operating system, configuration, networking, and application-level issues affecting machine health. Develop, enhance, and maintain automation scripts and workflows to reduce the need for manual intervention. Partner with engineering teams to identify patterns in recurring failures and implement permanent corrective actions. Support large-scale environments consisting of thousands of managed machines and high-volume break/fix operations. Evaluate outcomes from AI agents and automated remediation tools, identifying why remediation attempts failed and determining appropriate corrective actions. Document troubleshooting procedures, remediation steps, and automation improvements. Continuously improve operational efficiency by converting manual troubleshooting processes into automated solutions.

Skills

Linux, hardware troubleshooting, python, bash

Top Skills Details

Linux,hardware troubleshooting,python,bash

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working with AI-assisted operations, autonomous agents, or infrastructure automation platforms. Familiarity with infrastructure management tools such as NetBox, configuration management systems, and orchestration platforms. Knowledge of monitoring, observability, and incident management best practices.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.