Role: Infrastructure Engineer - Linux
Location: Dubai
Job Type: Long term, Permanent
Experience Needed: 10 plus years
Skills:
We are seeking a highly skilled and 10+ years of experienced Linux and Windows
Platform Engineer to manage, maintain, and optimize our diverse server
infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both Linux and
Windows server environments, possess expert-level knowledge of system
administration, and be capable of effectively managing and troubleshooting complex
IT systems.
Key accountabilities & Tasks
1. Server Infrastructure Management:
o Manage, maintain, and optimize a mixed environment of Linux and Windows servers,
ensuring their reliability and availability.
o Manage and maintain Oracle VM environment, OEM, OEMOC, Hyper-V, VMware
o Manage virtual machines and containerized environments for scalable and efficient
deployments.
o Support Exadata operating system and hardware level Experience to integrate
services SaaS to IaaS/PaaS and vice versa.
2. System Administration:
o Perform system administration tasks, including installation, configuration, security,
and maintenance of servers and associated systems.
3. Storage Virtualization:
o Configure and manage storage virtualization technologies, such as virtual storage
appliances (VSAs) and software-defined storage (SDS).
o Ensuring efficient functioning of data storage and processing functions in accordance
with company security policies and best practices in cloud security.
4. Patch Management:
o Implement patch management procedures to keep server operating systems,
software, and applications up to date.
5. Security and Compliance:
o Ensure server security by implementing best practices, security policies, and
compliance standards.
6. Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:
o Diagnose and resolve system and network issues, including performance
optimization and system failures.
o Open cases and follow-up with vendors for technical issues as and when required.
o Collaborate with technical teams and management to ensure high system availability
to users.
o Recommend, evaluate, and test new technologies and tools including opensource.
7. Backup and Disaster Recovery:
o Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans and ensure regular testing.
8. Monitoring and Performance Optimization:
o Implement monitoring solutions to proactively detect and address performance issues
and optimize resource usage.
9. Automation and Scripting:
o Create and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks and improve system efficiency.
o Utilize scripting languages and Ansible to automate activities.
o Scripting like shell or python will be added.
10.Documentation:
o Maintain comprehensive documentation/SOP of server configurations, policies, and
Procedures.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or
equivalent work experience).
Proven experience in managing Linux and Windows server environments, including
virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, OVM, KVM).
Proficiency in system administration and configuration, scripting (Bash, PowerShell), and
automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, or Chef).
Strong understanding of security best practices and network protocols.
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, OCI) is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
Certifications:
Relevant certifications such as OCI foundation or architect, Certification in ITIL V4, Microsoft
Certified: Azure Administrator, or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) are a plus.
Soft Skills:
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
Proactive approach to problem-solving.
Job Context & Complexity
Heterogeneous environment with multiple flavors of Linux
Integrate Linux environment with Windows.
Skillset to configure and maintain multiple opensource tools.
Availability on 24x7 basis, as and when required.
Projects to be delivered in tight schedules.
Ability to handle work pressure without compromising on quality of work.
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