Senior Linux Administrator

Odyssey Information Services; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Information Services seeks a Senior Linux Administrator to support Linux environments for a large, geographically distributed POS infrastructure. This is a hands‑on role focused on Linux OS image management, patching, hardware integration and production support, located 100% onsite in Dallas, TX. Required: 5+ years Linux OS administration with SUSE preferred, 5+ years scripting (Bash, KSH, Perl, Python).

Must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder due to sensitive-access requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Linux OS Administration experience, SUSE strongly preferred.
• 5+ years scripting experience with Bash, KSH, Perl and/or Python.
• Must be able to work 100% onsite in Dallas, TX (75236) and be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Linux OS images supporting POS locations worldwide.
• Manage ongoing Linux patching for devices deployed in the field.
• Troubleshoot escalated Linux/POS issues with technicians across multiple locations.
• Work with hardware vendors to ensure JPOS device drivers function with current and future hardware.
• Support Linux integration with enterprise systems and infrastructure.
• Participate in after-hours on-call support for priority production issues.

Skills

Linux OS Administration

SUSE

Scripting

On-site

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Job description

Senior Linux Administrator

Location: Dallas, TX 75236 – 100% Onsite
Engagement: 12+ Month Contract / Potential Contract-to-Hire
Access: Sensitive
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder required

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Linux Administrator to support Linux environments used across a large, geographically distributed Point-of-Sale (POS) infrastructure. This is a hands‑on role responsible for Linux OS image management, patching, troubleshooting, hardware integration and production support.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Linux OS images supporting POS locations worldwide.
• Manage ongoing Linux patching for devices deployed in the field.
• Troubleshoot escalated Linux/POS issues with technicians across multiple locations.
• Work with hardware vendors to ensure JPOS device drivers function properly with current and future hardware.
• Support Linux integration with enterprise systems and infrastructure.
• Participate in after-hours on-call support for priority production issues.

Required

• 5+ years Linux OS Administration experience; SUSE strongly preferred.
• 5+ years scripting experience using Bash, KSH, Perl and/or Python.
• Strong hands‑on Linux troubleshooting and production support experience.
• Must be able to work 100% onsite in South Dallas (75236).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder due to sensitive-access requirements.

Preferred

• Samba/Winbind experience, including joining Linux systems to Windows Active Directory.
• Automation experience with Ansible, Puppet or similar tools.
• Jira/test case management experience.
• Experience supporting POS, distributed devices or geographically dispersed production environments.

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Kristin Hughes