Linux Systems Administrator

Vultr; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance premiums covered for family

401(k) with company match

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Vultr is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to design, administer, and optimize Linux-based infrastructure supporting our global cloud platform. The ideal candidate is technically driven, detail-oriented, and capable of exercising independent judgment when diagnosing complex system issues and implementing scalable solutions.

In this role, you will work across systems, applications, and networking layers to maintain secure, reliable environments, contribute to infrastructure upgrades, and

Qualifications

• Strong Linux administration experience (CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu).
• Scripting skills in Bash or Python for automation.
• Familiarity with networking and security hardening is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and implement Linux upgrades and infrastructure changes for scalability and reliability.
• Maintain Linux servers and services and diagnose performance, stability, or security issues.
• Provide escalation support for Linux-related problems and collaborate with teams on data center deployments.
• Migrate applications and systems, assess dependencies and risks, and ensure readiness.
• Develop automation, scripts, and tooling to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
• Produce documentation and system diagrams to support consistent administration.

Skills

Linux administration

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Networking basics

Security hardening

Tools

Web servers

Databases

Ceph

Virtualization

Job description

Who We Are

the company is on a mission to make high-performance cloud infrastructure easy to use, affordable, and locally accessible for enterprises and AI innovators around the world. With 33 global cloud data center locations, the company is trusted by hundreds of thousands of active customers across 185 countries for its flexible, scalable, global Cloud Compute, Cloud GPU, Bare Metal, and Cloud Storage solutions. In December 2024 the company announced an equity financing at a $3.5 billion valuation. Founded by David Aninowsky and self-funded for over a decade, the company has grown to become the world’s largest privately-held cloud infrastructure company.

the company Cares

100% company-paid insurance premiums for employee medical, dental and vision plans.401(k) plan that matches 100% up to 4%, with immediate vestingProfessional Development Reimbursement of $2,500 each year11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover PlanCommitment matters to the company! Increased PTO at 3 year and 10 year anniversary + 1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years + Anniversary Bonus each year$500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following yearInternet reimbursement up to $75 per monthGym membership reimbursement up to $50 per monthCompany paid Wellable subscription

Join the company

the company is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to design, administer, and optimize Linux-based infrastructure supporting our global customer base and data center operations. The ideal candidate is technically driven, detail-oriented, and capable of exercising independent judgment when diagnosing complex system issues and implementing scalable solutions.

In this role, you will work across systems, applications, and networking layers to maintain secure, reliable environments, contribute to infrastructure upgrades, and support platform expansion. You’ll collaborate with engineering, operations, and data center teams while applying advanced Linux administration expertise to solve non-routine technical challenges. This is your opportunity to strengthen the company’s infrastructure and grow your systems engineering capabilities in a high-growth cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, configure, and implement Linux system upgrades, enhancements, and infrastructure changes to support scalability and reliabilityAdminister and maintain Linux servers and services, applying systems analysis to diagnose and resolve complex performance, stability, or security issuesServe as a technical escalation point for Linux-related issues, analyzing root cause and determining appropriate remediation strategiesPartner with engineering and operations teams to design and support new data center deployments, including system configuration and application readinessPerform application and system migrations, evaluating dependencies, risks, and optimal execution approachesMonitor system performance and security posture, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to maintain compliance with security standardsDevelop and maintain automation, scripts, and tooling to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effortProduce and maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, and operational standards to support consistent administration and future scalingCollaborate cross-functionally to align systems administration efforts with platform reliability, scalability, and business objectives

Qualifications

Strong proficiency administering Linux systems (CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu)Experience applying systems-level troubleshooting and analysis to resolve non-routine technical issuesFamiliarity with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or similarExperience with virtualization, networking, or software development is a plusHands-on experience configuring and supporting:Web serversDatabases and caching solutionsFirewallsDemonstrated understanding of:Common Linux utilities and system toolingServer and application architecture, including security hardeningDistributed storage solutions (e.g., Ceph)Virtualization technologiesLoad balancing conceptsCore networking conceptsStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams

Compensation

$60,000 - $75,000

Final compensation will vary depending on years of experience, background/skill set, location, and applicable laws.

[We are currently accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin.]