Linux Systems Engineer

Linux/Unix Systems Engineer
Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid)
Duration: 12+ months

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior/Lead Engineer to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding and extensive hands-on experience with Red Hat-driven environments, Kubernetes, Ansible, and Linux engineering.

Key Responsibilities:
Implement and maintain Identity Management (IDM) authentication systems and manage Satellite patching processes.
Design, develop, and manage Kubernetes clusters, emphasizing automation and optimization. (AWX, ELK)
Prioritize automation within projects, leveraging Ansible and AWX.
Ensure compliance with ITIL procedures within ServiceNow and effectively use of Jira for project tracking and agile process management.
Support virtualization technologies in addition to containerization with Kubernetes.

Required Qualifications:
Extensive experience with Unix/Linux environments, specifically in a Red Hat context.
Proven expertise as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in IDM authentication and Satellite patching.
Strong background in managing and supporting Kubernetes clusters with a focus on Ansible AWX and the ELK stack.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize automation (Ansible) in escalations or project execution.
Familiarity with ITIL procedures and agile methodologies, including use of Jira and Confluence.
Additional knowledge in virtualization technologies is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications or Trainings in Red Hat (IDM, Satellite), Kubernetes or Ansible technologies.
Experience in a senior or lead role, guiding teams and managing complex projects.