Systems Administrator - Gaming Services & On-Call

Fancandy; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FanCandy is seeking an experienced system administrator to join our team. The role focuses on maintaining high availability for FanCandy games and related services across large-scale customer-facing platforms.

The candidate should adeptly multitask in a fast-paced environment, with strong problem-solving abilities, and be able to work with cross-functional teams, vendors, and management. A passion for games and familiarity with sports are a plus.

Qualifications

• A good understanding of a Linux and Windows based operating systems, including system installation /configuration, file system concepts, resource monitoring, user administration, kernel tuning, package management, and process control / management
• A good understanding of Linux and Windows network services--specifically the ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot TCP / IP-based services such as DHCP, DNS, SMTP, NFS, and LDAP
• A good understanding of Microsoft Windows Server, networking, IIS, and SQL Server
• A minimum of 1 year of system administration experience with an emphasis in managing customer-facing applications and services
• Able to write purchase justifications, train users in complex topics, present to an internal audience, and interact positively with upper management
• Willing and able to lift 75 lbs.
• Familiar with sports and/or gaming
• A passion for games

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage maintenance procedures for FanCandy games.
• Coordinate and manage projects related to FanCandy games.
• Troubleshoot faulty services and servers.
• Work with vendors to replace defective hardware.
• Work with development teams to maintain test environments.
• Evaluate and/or recommend hardware and software purchases.
• Share in off-hour / on-call duties.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Linux OS

Windows OS

TCP/IP networking

Windows Server

IIS

SQL Server

On-call readiness

Hardware maintenance

Train users

Gaming passion

Physical ability

Job description

FanCandy is seeking an experienced system administrator to join our team. The role focuses on maintaining high availability for FanCandy games and related services across large-scale customer-facing platforms.

The candidate should adeptly multitask in a fast-paced environment, with strong problem-solving abilities, and be able to work with cross-functional teams, vendors, and management. A passion for games and familiarity with sports are a plus.