[Remote] Linux Systems Engineer (Kubernetes exp req; $100k-$135k)

twiceasnice Recruiting; North Carolina; Remote; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company is seeking a remote System Administrator with Kubernetes experience. In this role, you will manage Linux and Windows systems, optimize Kubernetes environments, and automate tasks. Ideal candidates are resourceful and confident in making technical decisions. Join a collaborative team that values flexibility and initiative.

Benefits

Health

Dental

Vision

401(k) w/ match

Holiday

PTO

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Linux system administration experience required.
• Proficiency with AWS or other cloud environments required.
• Basic Kubernetes administration knowledge 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

Windows

AWS

Kubernetes

Ansible

Bash

PowerShell

Python

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

[Remote] System Administrator (Kubernetes exp req)
Location: Remote
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] System Administrator (Kubernetes exp req) Description

Our client in the fintech industry is seeking a 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 have a strong foundation in system administration, enjoy solving complex problems, and 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] System 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] System 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