Systems: Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer (New York)

The Phoenix Group; New York; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Group is seeking an experienced Linux systems engineer to design, implement, and maintain critical infrastructure services across networking, operating systems, and security policies in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes Linux environments, automation, and security, with Bachelor’s degree preferred and 10+ years of hands-on experience.

You will automate build and deployment pipelines, troubleshoot complex host and network issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on Linux systems engineering experience.
• Strong Python programming skills and automation experience.
• Deep knowledge of Linux OS and configuration management.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure services across networking, operating systems, and security policies.
• Enhance security frameworks supporting investment initiatives and tech advancements.
• Develop and integrate infrastructure systems focusing on Linux environments.
• Troubleshoot complex host and network issues with deep diagnostics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless infrastructure operations.
• Contribute to automating build, deployment, and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Linux systems engineering

Python programming

Linux OS knowledge

Troubleshooting

CI/CD

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

What You'll Do Day-to-Day

Design, implement, and maintain critical infrastructure services covering networking, operating systems, and security policies. Enhance security frameworks supporting investment initiatives and technological advancements. Contribute to the development and integration of infrastructure systems, primarily focusing on Linux environments. Troubleshoot complex issues at host and network levels, employing deep diagnostic skills. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless infrastructure operations. Participate in automating build, deployment, and CI/CD pipelines to improve efficiency and reliability.

Required Skills

• Over 10 years of proven experience in Linux systems engineering or related fields.
• Extensive Python programming experience.
• Deep knowledge of Linux OS and configuration management.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across host and network layers.
• Familiarity with automated build, deployment, and CI/CD systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience with Rust, Java, C, Go, or C#.
• Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, and Kerberos.
• Working familiarity with network protocols, security concepts, databases, and large-scale storage solutions.
• Experience with Windows/Linux interoperability.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Extensive hands-on experience in infrastructure engineering roles.

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.