Remote Entry-Level Linux Systems Engineer

The Planet Group; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm is seeking a Junior Linux Admin to support and maintain a large-scale Unix server environment. This remote role involves administering enterprise infrastructures and contributing to system design and implementation. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of Unix/Linux experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently. This position offers a chance for hands-on experience within a collaborative enterprise systems team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Unix/Linux administration or engineering experience.
• Familiarity with command line tools and basic scripting.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and administer enterprise Unix/Linux server environments.
• Contribute to system design, architecture, and implementation planning.
• Assist with documentation including process flows, diagrams, and lifecycle planning.
• Perform system monitoring, health checks, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity activities.
• Provide support during occasional off-hours and weekend coverage as part of a rotation.
• Collaborate with senior team members on ongoing infrastructure initiatives.

Skills

Unix/Linux administration

Troubleshooting

Command line tools

Basic scripting

Job description

A leading technology consulting firm is seeking a Junior Linux Admin to support and maintain a large-scale Unix server environment. This remote role involves administering enterprise infrastructures and contributing to system design and implementation. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of Unix/Linux experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently. This position offers a chance for hands-on experience within a collaborative enterprise systems team.