[Remote] Linux Systems Administrator (Kubernetes exp req)

twiceasnice Recruiting; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A client in the fintech industry is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator for a fully remote position. This role involves managing Linux and Windows systems in a high-performance trading environment and requires expertise in Kubernetes, automation, and system monitoring. Ideal candidates will be proactive, solution-oriented, and capable of making sound technical decisions.

Benefits

Health

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Holiday

PTO

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Linux system administration experience required.
• Windows Server environments and Active Directory experience required.
• Proficiency with AWS or other cloud environments required.

Responsibilities

• Administer Linux and Windows systems ensuring stability, security, and performance.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters using Rancher for container orchestration.
• Automate routine tasks and infrastructure provisioning using Ansible, Bash, or PowerShell.

Skills

Linux Administration

AWS

Kubernetes

Automation (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell)

Scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python)

System Monitoring (Prometheus, Grafana)

Job description

[Remote] Linux Systems Administrator (Kubernetes exp req)
Location: Remote (Must live in IN, IL, CO, NC, FL, SD, TX, NY)
Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) w/ match, Holiday, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Core Hours: M-F 9 AM - 5 PM CT; Flexible start/end times 8-hour shifts
Sponsorship is not available

[Remote] Linux Systems Administrator (Kubernetes exp req) Description

Our client in the fintech industry is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to join their fully remote team. In this role, you will support a high-performance trading environment by managing Linux and Windows systems, monitoring infrastructure, and optimizing Kubernetes environments via Rancher. You’ll work with a tight-knit team empowered to own their work and propose innovative solutions. To be successful in this role, you must be resourceful, self-motivated, and confident in your ability to make sound technical decisions while taking ownership of critical infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in system administration, enjoy solving complex problems, and are skilled in scripting and automation. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, nimble team at a growing company that values initiative, flexibility, and technical curiosity.

[Remote] Linux Systems Administrator (Kubernetes exp req) Responsibilities

• Administer Linux (Alma) and Windows systems ensuring stability, security, and performance
• Manage Kubernetes clusters using Rancher for container orchestration
• Automate routine tasks and infrastructure provisioning using Ansible, Bash, or PowerShell
• Support cloud operations primarily in AWS and monitor on-premise co-located servers
• Maintain system documentation, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures
• Monitor infrastructure health using Prometheus, Grafana, or CheckMK
• Participate in Friday evening and weekend maintenance windows (0-8 hours per month)
• Track tasks and incidents using Jira and Zendesk
• Communicate shift updates and ongoing tasks clearly
• Provide technical support and collaborate across teams to resolve system issues

[Remote] Linux Systems Administrator (Kubernetes exp req) Qualifications

• 5+ years of Linux system administration experience required
• Windows Server environments and Active Directory experience required
• Proficiency with AWS or other cloud environments required
• Basic Kubernetes administration knowledge required
• Ansible automation experience required
• Scripting proficiency with Bash, PowerShell, or Python required
• Experience with system monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.) required