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ATR International

Linux Administrator

ATR International, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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This range is provided by ATR International. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $70.00/hr - $105.00/hr

1 year contract

Office located in San Jose, CA

Client in the systems design industry

Key Responsibilities

System Installation and Configuration: Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS) and associated software/tools.

Performance Monitoring and Tuning: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure high availability and reliability.

Security Management: Implement and manage security protocols, and access controls. Apply security patches and updates regularly to protect systems from vulnerabilities.

Scripting and Automation: Utilize scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl) and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) to streamline routine administrative tasks and deploy configurations efficiently.

Troubleshooting and Support: Provide advanced technical support for all Linux‑related issues, diagnosing and resolving complex hardware and software problems.

Collaboration: Work closely with development, networking, and other IT teams to deploy applications, integrate new technologies, and manage project lifecycles.

Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

Experience: Proven experience as a Linux Administrator or similar role in a production environment.

Operating Systems: In‑depth knowledge of various Linux distributions and their underlying components (kernel, file systems, networking).

Automation: Proficiency with automation/configuration‑management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).

Scripting: Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or Perl.

Cloud & Virtualization: Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is often required.

Networking: Solid understanding of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SSH).

Problem‑Solving: Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively within a team and explaining technical issues clearly.

Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)) are highly valued.

Core Technologies

Virtualization: VMware, KVM, Docker, Kubernetes

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Employment type: Contract

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting and IT System Custom Software Development

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