Bash Developer (Freelancer)
Deccan AI Experts · India
- Hybrid
- Part-time
- ₹1,200 / year
- India
Job highlights
- Develop and optimize Bash scripts for automation.
- Automate system administration and deployment tasks.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams.
- Troubleshoot and debug Linux environments.
- Work on impactful AI-driven projects.
About the role
About Us
Deccan AI Experts is a pioneering company founded by IIT Bombay and IIM Ahmedabad alumni, with a strong founding team from IITs, NITs, and BITS. We specialize in delivering high-quality human-curated data, AI-first scaled operations services, and innovative technology solutions. Based in San Francisco and Hyderabad, we are a young, fast-moving team on a mission to build AI for Good, driving innovation and meaningful societal impact.Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled Bash Developer to join our team and contribute to automation, scripting, and system-level workflow optimization. If you are passionate about Linux environments, shell scripting, and building efficient automation pipelines, this role is for you.Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and optimize Bash scripts for automation and operational workflows.
- Automate repetitive system administration and deployment tasks.
- Work closely with engineering and operations teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and debug shell scripts and Linux-based environments.
- Write clean, modular, and scalable scripts following best practices.
- Monitor script performance and improve reliability and execution speed.
- Handle file processing, log management, cron jobs, and server-side task automation.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in Bash/Shell scripting.
- Strong understanding of Linux/Unix systems and command-line tools.
- Experience with automation workflows, cron jobs, and process management.
- Familiarity with scripting utilities such as awk, sed, grep, and regular expressions.
- Understanding of file systems, permissions, and server environments.
- Ability to debug and optimize scripts for performance and reliability.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
- Basic knowledge of Python or other scripting languages is a plus.
- Experience working in cloud or server environments is an added advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay (₹1200/hour).
- Flexible working hours.
- Fully remote opportunity.
- Opportunity to work with a high-caliber team on impactful AI-driven projects.
Key skills/competency
- Bash Scripting
- Linux/Unix Systems
- Automation
- Shell Scripting
- System Administration
- Script Optimization
- Cron Jobs
- File Processing
- Log Management
- DevOps
Skills & topics
- Bash Developer
- Shell Scripting
- Linux
- Automation
- System Administration
- Scripting
- DevOps
- AI
- Remote
- Freelancer
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Bash scripting, Linux experience, and automation projects. Quantify achievements where possible.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Express your passion for AI and how your skills align with Deccan AI Experts' mission.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to demonstrate your scripting skills and problem-solving abilities in Linux environments.
- Showcase relevant projects: If possible, provide links to GitHub repositories or case studies showcasing your scripting work.
- Understand the company: Research Deccan AI Experts' AI for Good mission and their focus on data and operations services.
Technical preparation
Master Bash scripting, including sed, awk, grep.,Solidify Linux/Unix command-line proficiency.,Practice automating system tasks.,Understand cron jobs and process management.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex automation challenge you solved.,How do you ensure script reliability and performance?,How do you collaborate with engineering teams?,Tell me about a time you debugged a critical script.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the hourly pay for the Bash Developer role at Deccan AI Experts?
- The Bash Developer role at Deccan AI Experts offers a competitive hourly pay of ₹1200.
- Is the Bash Developer position at Deccan AI Experts remote?
- Yes, this is a fully remote opportunity, offering flexible working hours.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Bash Developer at Deccan AI Experts?
- Key responsibilities include developing and optimizing Bash scripts, automating system tasks, collaborating with teams, troubleshooting Linux environments, and handling file processing and log management.
- What qualifications are required for the Bash Developer role?
- Required qualifications include 2+ years of Bash/Shell scripting experience, a strong understanding of Linux/Unix systems, and familiarity with automation workflows and scripting utilities like awk, sed, and grep.
- What preferred qualifications would make a candidate stand out for the Bash Developer position?
- Preferred qualifications include exposure to DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and basic knowledge of Python or other scripting languages. Experience in cloud or server environments is also an advantage.
- What kind of projects can I expect to work on as a Bash Developer at Deccan AI Experts?
- You can expect to work on impactful AI-driven projects, contributing to AI for Good initiatives through automation and optimization of services and technology solutions.
- Who founded Deccan AI Experts and what is their background?
- Deccan AI Experts was founded by IIT Bombay and IIM Ahmedabad alumni, with a strong founding team comprising individuals from IITs, NITs, and BITS.
- What is the company's mission at Deccan AI Experts?
- Deccan AI Experts' mission is to build AI for Good, driving innovation and meaningful societal impact through high-quality data, AI-first scaled operations, and technology solutions.