10 days ago
Linux System Administrator
KPIT
On Site
Full Time
₹900,000
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Job Overview
Job TitleLinux System Administrator
Job TypeFull Time
CategoryCommerce
Experience5 Years
DegreeMaster
Offered Salary₹900,000
LocationPune, Maharashtra, India
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Job Description
Linux System Administrator at KPIT
KPIT is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to manage and optimize our RedHat, Ubuntu, and Rocky Linux environments. This role requires strong Linux skills with managing virtualization (VMware or Proxmox), with a focus on high availability, security, and efficient troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
- Advanced Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex, escalated issues in Linux environments (RedHat, Ubuntu, Rocky Linux) that L1/L2 support teams cannot handle. Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.
- System Administration: Manage and maintain Linux servers, including installation, upgrades, configuration, patching, and performance monitoring.
- Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts (Bash/Python) to automate system administration tasks and Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible Puppet or Chef.
- Performance Management: Monitoring system health (using tools like Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus) and resolving performance issues.
- Infrastructure Project Support: Contribute to the planning and execution of infrastructure projects, including system upgrades and migrations.
- Virtualization: Managing VMware and Proxmox environments (VM creation, resource allocation, optimization).
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Experience: 5-8 years of experience in Linux system administration.
- Linux Expertise: Strong, in-depth knowledge of Linux distributions including RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Ubuntu, and Rocky Linux.
- Certifications: Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or relevant certification preferred.
- Virtualization: Hands-on experience with VMware and Proxmox virtualization platforms.
- Scripting: Proficiency in Bash and Python scripting.
- Configuration Management: Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
- Monitoring Tools: Experience with monitoring and logging systems (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, ELK Stack).
- Networking: Basic Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and other networking concepts.
- Security Knowledge: Understanding of Linux security principles, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability management.
- Communication Skills: Excellent technical communication skills – both written and verbal. Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Key Skills/Competency
- Linux Administration
- RedHat
- Ubuntu
- Rocky Linux
- VMware
- Proxmox
- Bash Scripting
- Python Scripting
- Ansible
- System Monitoring
How to Get Hired at KPIT
- Research KPIT's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your application to highlight extensive Linux administration experience, virtualization skills, and automation expertise relevant to KPIT.
- Showcase Linux expertise: Emphasize your in-depth knowledge of RedHat, Ubuntu, and Rocky Linux and relevant certifications like RHCE.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss advanced troubleshooting, scripting (Bash/Python), configuration management (Ansible), and monitoring tools used in Linux environments.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Be prepared to articulate your analytical approach to resolving complex system issues and improving system performance.
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