Senior Engineer, Linux System Administrator

101 Bloom Energy; United States; On-site; USD 135,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Linux Systems Administrator to join our IT Operations team on-site five days a week.

You will maintain Linux server environments (CentOS/RedHat), monitor with Nagios, manage VMware infrastructure, and develop automation scripts to ensure reliability and scale.

Qualifications include 5+ years of production Linux experience, scripting skills (Shell, Python, Perl, PHP), and solid security, backup, and disaster recovery knowledge.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of production Linux environment management.
• Experience with CentOS/RedHat and scale in data-center environments.
• Experience with VMware, Nagios, and automation tooling.
• Scripting in Shell, Python, Perl or PHP for automation.
• Strong security/hardening practices for high-value systems.
• Collaborative, capable of release management in a shared dev environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Linux server operating systems and uptime.
• Plan and execute Linux upgrades and patches.
• Design solutions for new systems and infrastructure changes.
• Monitor critical systems and take corrective actions.
• Prepare disaster recovery plans and verify backups.
• Troubleshoot software/hardware failures and network issues.
• Establish and maintain security controls and hardening.
• Develop automation scripts for consistency across environments.
• Collaborate with vendors for support and deployments.

Skills

Linux admin

Nagios

VMware

Scripting

Python

Perl

PHP

Docker

Git

Active Directory

Security

Release management

SAN multipathing

Shell scripting

Tools

VMware

Nagios

Docker

Git

Job description

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality. For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. We are looking for a Senior Engineer, Linux Systems Administrator to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies.

This role will report to Senior Manager, IT Operations and will be based in San Jose, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week.

Education, Skills and Experience

• Ensures that records of system downtime and equipment inventory are properly maintained.
• Applies revisions to host system firmware and software.
• Works with vendors to assist support activities.
• Maintain Linux server operating systems.
• Maintain and monitor server and network environment with Nagios.
• Serves as a resource for the Network Systems Administrator in managing physical VMware Infrastructure.
• Maintain Nagios Environment by adding and removing hosts, increasing functionality to support a fast growth environment.
• Develop automation scripts for consistency and supportability across multiple environments.
• Plan and execute timely Linux system upgrades and supported software patches.
• Plan, install and configure Linux systems.
• Provide support for new applications and upgrades to existing systems.
• Design solutions to technical problems and implementation of new systems or infrastructure changes.
• Monitor critical systems and take corrective actions prior to failures.
• Prepare for disaster recovery and ensure that appropriate backups are completed and tested.
• Troubleshoot software and hardware failures and identify network problems.
• Establish and maintain security and integrity controls.
• Excellent verbal and written communication & collaboration skills.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize workload Effective time management and organizational skills as well as the ability to manage multiple and changing priorities with attention to detail.

At least 5 years’ experience managing and maintaining a production Linux (CentOS, RedHat) environment Demonstrated expertise in managing Linux-based systems, and OS related services at scale. A familiarity with Windows Server and administering Active Directory Advanced knowledge of security trends and best practices, experience managing hardening high-value systems against attackers. Demonstrated expertise in managing systems via an automated configuration management system such as Docker and Git repository. Extended experience working effectively in a shared software development environment, including version control, bug tracking, release management, and code review. Extended experience with Shell scripting, Perl, Python, and/or PHP. Proven ability to lead and work on large/complex system deployment projects in a team environment, and ability to develop appropriate plans to meet computing needs. Experience in SAN multipathing software. Experience in VMWare virtualization

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit.

We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.

All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, generous Mental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

FULL TIME ROLE ONLY: The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

Salary Ranges: $134,500.00 - $193,500.00

Bloom Energy's mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable for everyone in the world. With roots in NASA’s Mars Program, the company’s founder, chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, developed an innovative fuel cell technology that is shifting the energy paradigm and redefining the electric power market.

The Bloom Energy Server is a distributed electric power solution built for the digital age and capable of delivering highly reliable, uninterrupted, 24x7 constant power that is also clean and sustainable.

Bloom’s unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions.

By generating power where it is consumed, Bloom Energy offers increased electrical reliability and improved energy security, providing a clear path to energy independence.

Some of the largest companies in the world trust Bloom Energy to provide their businesses with clean, reliable and resilient energy.

Bloom’s customers include many Fortune 100 companies and leaders in manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, utilities, and other industries.

The company, headquartered in San Jose, California, is growing quickly and looking to add to its dynamic team.

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