Astranis
IT Systems Administrator - Linux San Francisco
Astranis, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanitys reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the worlds best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA. Were seeking a Systems Administrator with deep Linux expertise to help maintain and evolve our infrastructure. In this role, youll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of core systems that support day-to-day operations. Youll work closely with technical teams to implement improvements, streamline operations, and keep our environment resilient. Role
Administer and maintain Linux servers and services, focusing on stability, scalability, and security Perform patching, upgrades, and configuration management to keep systems current and compliant Manage authentication, and access controls across Linux and integrated platforms Support and troubleshoot core infrastructure services (DNS, DHCP, VPN, SSH, NFS, etc.) Develop and maintain automation workflows to reduce manual work and improve consistency Monitor system performance, respond to incidents, and implement preventative measures Collaborate with different departments to understand and meet their technical requirements and support needs Test and evaluate new technology to determine its potential benefits for the company Document procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for team use Requirements
35+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator with a strong Linux focus Hands-on expertise with major Linux distributions (e.g. RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) in server environments Solid foundation in networking concepts and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs) Proficiency with virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM, or similar) Experience with authentication and access management in Linux environments (e.g. LDAP, Kerberos, SSSD, PAM) Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Clear, collaborative communication skills for cross-team work Bonus
Experience with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible) Familiarity with identity management platforms such as FreeIPA or Active Directory integration Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, Nagios) What we offer
All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals. Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position. $120,000 - $150,000 USD U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger. Apply for this job
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Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanitys reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the worlds best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA. Were seeking a Systems Administrator with deep Linux expertise to help maintain and evolve our infrastructure. In this role, youll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of core systems that support day-to-day operations. Youll work closely with technical teams to implement improvements, streamline operations, and keep our environment resilient. Role
Administer and maintain Linux servers and services, focusing on stability, scalability, and security Perform patching, upgrades, and configuration management to keep systems current and compliant Manage authentication, and access controls across Linux and integrated platforms Support and troubleshoot core infrastructure services (DNS, DHCP, VPN, SSH, NFS, etc.) Develop and maintain automation workflows to reduce manual work and improve consistency Monitor system performance, respond to incidents, and implement preventative measures Collaborate with different departments to understand and meet their technical requirements and support needs Test and evaluate new technology to determine its potential benefits for the company Document procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for team use Requirements
35+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator with a strong Linux focus Hands-on expertise with major Linux distributions (e.g. RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) in server environments Solid foundation in networking concepts and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs) Proficiency with virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM, or similar) Experience with authentication and access management in Linux environments (e.g. LDAP, Kerberos, SSSD, PAM) Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Clear, collaborative communication skills for cross-team work Bonus
Experience with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible) Familiarity with identity management platforms such as FreeIPA or Active Directory integration Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, Nagios) What we offer
All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals. Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position. $120,000 - $150,000 USD U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger. Apply for this job
indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Education School Select... Degree Select... Select... Select... Start date year End date month Select... End date year If you were asked to make a Bash script that can create a service, set it to automatically start, and start it would you feel comfortable with this request? * Astranis complies with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, therefore will you state which of the following applies to you: * Select... How did you hear about Astranis? * LinkedIn Profile You are alerted to an issue where several users are reporting slow internet speeds. How would you approach this problem? * In your opinion, what are the most important aspects of disaster recovery planning? Describe any experience you have with disaster recovery efforts. * Describe how you would perform a major system upgrade, such as a significant OS version update, without causing downtime for users. * What is the most impressive thing you have ever accomplished? * At Astranis, we value in-person collaboration and a strong work ethic. Are you comfortable with working onsite at our San Francisco HQ 5 days a week and commit to 55 hours per week? * Voluntary Self-Identification
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file. As set forth in Astraniss Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
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Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026 Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years. Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labors Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp . How do you know if you have a disability? A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities. If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability.
Disabilities include, for example: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinsons disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury Disability Status Select... PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete. #J-18808-Ljbffr