Sr Systems Administrator [Linux: Cloud-focused]

Job Description

Senior Systems Administrator (Linux)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Expert with a strong background in Linux, Puppet, and automation technologies. While Azure experience is less critical it would be beneficial, proficiency in automation and a vision for moving towards a self-service model are essential. Additionally, experience in leveraging AI would be highly desirable.

In this role, you will be responsible as part of a team for managing and optimizing our cloud infrastructure, with a focus on automation, scalability, and reliability. You will work with a wide array of technologies and tools, such as Kubernetes, Terraform, and Jenkins, to build and maintain robust cloud environments.

Essential Duties

• Design, implement, and manage scalable and secure cloud infrastructure with a focus on Linux environments.
• Develop automation scripts and processes, leveraging tools like Puppet, Ansible, and Terraform, to transition towards a self-service infrastructure model.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of cloud-based applications, with a strong emphasis on AI and advanced cloud operations.
• Utilize Puppet and similar tools to manage configurations and automate infrastructure deployments.
• Work with a variety of DevOps and infrastructure tools such as Jenkins, Git, Argo CD, and Artifactory to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Implement and maintain monitoring and log aggregation solutions using Datadog, ELK/OpenSearch, and other relevant tools.
• Ensure the security and compliance of cloud environments through proper configuration management, networking, and identity management (AD, DNS, SSO).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cloud-native solutions and automate operational tasks.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Systems Administrator / DevOps Engineer, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information systems, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience in a similar position may be substituted for educational requirements.
• Strong experience in managing and optimizing Linux OS (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian) in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in using Puppet for configuration management and automation.
• Extensive experience with automation tools and scripts (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins) aimed at improving operational efficiency.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, and experience in Kubernetes/EKS is highly preferred.
• Understanding of network configurations, security best practices, and technologies like VPNs, OpenVPN, and SSO.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools like Git, Jenkins, Argo CD, and Artifactory.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Datadog and log aggregation platforms like ELK/OpenSearch.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English (minimum C1/C2 level desired).
  
  

Desirable Technologies

EKS / Kubernetes, Puppet, Terraform, Powershell, Python, Artifactory, Jenkins, Argo CD, Ansible, Desire State Configuration (DSC), ELK / OpenSearch, Datadog Log Aggregation, DataDog , Infra/APM/Synthetics, Windows OS, AD, DNS, Domain registration, Site-to-Site VPN, OpenVPN

Work Timing

Rotation Shift 6 am -3pm/1pm -10pm IST and available for critical support on emergencies 24/7, weekend maintenance support.

Hybrid

This role will be based out of The Leela Office located on the 4th Floor, Airport Road, Kodihalli, Bangalore- 560008. Our expectation at this time, is that you would work HYBRID – work from our office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays with flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Bangalore candidates preferred.