MS Engineer L3 - Linux

NTT DATA, Inc.; Gqeberha; Hybrid; USD 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Managed Services Engineer (L3) - Linux, where your expertise will drive technical excellence and innovation. In this dynamic role, you'll proactively solve complex technical issues, ensuring high service levels and client satisfaction. Collaborate across diverse technology domains including Cloud, Security, and Networking while mentoring junior staff. Embrace a hybrid work environment that fosters growth and diversity, and be part of a global team committed to making a positive impact on clients and society. This is your chance to thrive in a culture that values innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT/Computing required.
• Relevant certifications in cloud and Linux administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex cross-technology infrastructure incidents.
• Provide advanced technical support and coaching to junior team members.

Skills

Cloud Technologies

Linux Administration

Technical Troubleshooting

ITIL Processes

Client Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Computing

Relevant IT Certifications

Tools

Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Managed Services Engineer (L3) - Linux is a seasoned engineering role, responsible for providing a service to clients by proactively identifying and resolving technical incidents and problems.

Through pre-emptive service incident and resolution activities, as well as product reviews, operational improvements, operational practices, and quality assurance this role will maintain a high level of service to clients.

The primary objective of this role is to ensure zero missed service level agreement (SLA) conditions.

The MS Engineer (L3) is responsible for managing tickets of high complexity, conducts advanced and complicated tasks, and provides resolution to a diverse range of complex problems.

This position uses considerable judgment and independent analysis within defined policies and practices and applies analytical thinking and deep technical expertise in achieving client outcomes, while coaching and mentoring junior team members across functions.

The MS Engineer (L3) focusses across two or more technology domains such as (but not limited to) Cloud, Security, Networking, Applications and / or Collaboration and may also contribute to / support on project work as and when required.

What You'll Be Doing

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures that assigned infrastructure at the client site is configured, installed, tested, and operational.
• Performs necessary checks, apply monitoring tools and respond to alerts.
• Identifies problems and errors prior to or when it occurs and logs all such incidents in a timely manner with the required level of detail.
• Assists in analyzing, assigning, and escalating support calls.
• Investigates third line support calls assigned and identify the root cause of incidents and problems.
• Reports and escalates issues to 3rd party vendors if necessary.
• Provides continuous feedback to clients and affected parties and update all systems and/or portals as prescribed by the company.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for work optimization including opportunities for automation of work.
• Coaches L2 teams for advance technical troubleshooting and behavioral skills.
• May manage and implement projects within technology domain, delivering effectively and promptly per client agreed upon requirements and timelines.
• May work on implementing and delivering Disaster Recovery functions and tests.
• Performs any other related task as required.
  
  

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Ability to communicate and work across different cultures and social groups.
• Ability to plan activities and projects well in advance, and takes into account possible changing circumstances.
• Ability to maintain a positive outlook at work.
• Ability to work well in a pressurized environment.
• Ability to work hard and put in longer hours when it is necessary.
• Ability to apply active listening techniques such as paraphrasing the message to confirm understanding, probing for further relevant information, and refraining from interrupting.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to place clients at the forefront of all interactions, understanding their requirements, and creating a positive client experience throughout the total client journey.
  
  

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in IT/Computing (or demonstrated equivalent work experience).
• Certifications relevant to the services provided (certifications carry additional weightage on a candidate’s qualification for the role).
• Relevant certifications include (but not limited to) -
• Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator
• Red Hat Certified Engineer
• SUSE Certified Administrator
• SUSE Certified Engineer
• Linux Professional Institute Certification Path
• Oracle Certified Professional
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Architect Expert.
• AWS Certified: Solutions Architect Associate.
• Google Cloud Platform (gcp)
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (oci).
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional.
• IBM Certified System Administrator
  
  

Required Experience:

• Seasoned Managed Services experience handling complex cross technology infrastructure.
• Seasoned experience required in Engineering function within a medium to large ICT organization.
• Seasoned working knowledge of ITIL processes.
• Seasoned experience working with vendors and/or 3rd parties.
  
  

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.