Principal Linux Engineer -REMOTE
Posted 1 week ago by 1765353260
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The Principal Linux Engineer role is a contract position focused on managing and improving enterprise Linux environments, specifically requiring extensive experience with Linux server management and automation tools. The position is remote and emphasizes hands-on execution and independent work. Candidates must have a strong background in cloud environments and Linux system security. The role also involves mentoring junior staff and collaborating across teams to enhance infrastructure goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage 50+ Linux servers in production environments (Red Hat, Ubuntu, or similar).
- Execute infrastructure improvements and enhancements.
- Utilize Terraform, Ansible, and custom scripting for automation.
- Manage Linux systems in cloud environments, preferably Azure.
- Implement Linux system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and patch management.
- Work independently to identify gaps and drive improvements.
- Mentor junior staff and collaborate with teams on infrastructure goals.
Key Skills:
- 7-10+ years of enterprise Linux experience.
- Proven track record of executing infrastructure improvements.
- Deep experience with Terraform, Ansible, and Bash scripting (Python is a plus).
- Experience managing Linux in cloud environments (Azure preferred, AWS considered).
- Strong understanding of Linux system hardening and patch management tools.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Collaboration and mentoring skills.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Principal Linux Engineer - Remote
Position Type: Contract
Duration:6 month(s)
Location: REMOTE
Job Description
Please Note: As of July 22, 2021, our team will require that all candidate submissions include a LinkedIn profile. Please do not submit any candidates that do not have a LinkedIn.
iLabor Job Details | |
Client Industry | Healthcare |
Full Job Description | See Primary Skills |
Visa Restrictions? | Must be able to convert without sposorship |
Locals Only/ Out of Area/ Remote? | Remote |
Interview Type (Phone, Video, Face to Face) | Video |
Anticipated Start (in weeks) | 2 |
3-5 Must Haves | * Enterprise Linux Experience: 7-10+ years managing 50+ Linux servers in production (Red Hat, Ubuntu, or similar), preferably in enterprise environments * Proven track record of executing infrastructure improvements, not just designing them * Deep experience with Terraform, Ansible, and custom scripting (Bash required; Python is a plus) * Required experience managing Linux in cloud environments. Azure preferred, AWS considered * Strong understanding of Linux system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and patch management tools * Must be able to work independently, identify gaps, take initiative, and drive improvements with minimal supervision |
Primary Skills
Please Note: As of July 22, 2021, our team will require that all candidate submissions include a LinkedIn profile. Please do not submit any candidates that do not have a LinkedIn. * Enterprise Linux Experience: 7-10 years managing 50 Linux servers in production (Red Hat, Ubuntu, or similar), preferably in enterprise environments * Hands-On Execution: Proven track record of executing infrastructure improvements, not just designing them * Automation Proficiency: Deep experience with Terraform, Ansible, and custom scripting (Bash required; Python is a plus) * Cloud Exposure: Required experience managing Linux in cloud environments. Azure preferred, AWS considered * Security and Patching: Strong understanding of Linux system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and patch management tools * Self-Starter Mentality: Must be able to work independently, identify gaps, take initiative, and drive improvements with minimal supervision * Collaboration Skills: Comfortable mentoring junior staff and working across teams to align with broader infrastructure goals Preferred: * Experience building knowledge base articles and internal documentation * Familiarity with Oracle on Linux, clustered environments, and integration with Exadata in cloud or hybrid setups * Knowledge of Active Directory integration for Linux systems * Vision for long-term Linux infrastructure improvement, though initial focus is entirely on hands-on execution If you re a self-starter with deep Linux expertise, strong automation skills, and a passion for hands-on execution, this is an opportunity to bring meaningful change to a dynamic infrastructure team and build something sustainable from the ground up.