Linux SME

Axelon

  • Oakland, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • $70–$80 Per Hour

Highlights

Manage server provisioning, patch management, software repositories, content views, and host lifecycle management. Design, deploy, administer, and support enterprise Linux environments primarily based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).

Numbers & Facts

LocationOakland, CA
Salary$70–$80 Per Hour

Description

Summary:

  • Location: Oakland, CA
  • Work Mode: Hybrid requirement with one day onsite Tuesday
  • Duration: 6 Months

Responsibilities:

  • Design, deploy, administer, and support enterprise Linux environments primarily based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
  • Build, maintain, and enhance standardized RHEL Gold Images following security and compliance requirements.
  • Perform OS upgrades, patching, vulnerability remediation, and lifecycle management.
  • Troubleshoot complex operating system, performance, and infrastructure issues.
  • Administer and maintain Red Hat Satellite infrastructure.
  • Manage server provisioning, patch management, software repositories, content views, and host lifecycle management.
  • Design and implement automation solutions using Ansible.
  • Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, inventories, and automation frameworks.
  • Automate server provisioning, configuration management, patching, compliance validation, and operational processes.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash, Python, or Shell scripting.
  • Lead and participate in infrastructure modernization and transformation projects.
  • Support data center migrations, platform upgrades, automation initiatives, and cloud integration projects.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 7 years of enterprise Linux administration experience.
  • Extensive experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
  • Strong experience building and maintaining RHEL Gold Images.
  • Hands-on experience administering Red Hat Satellite.
  • Advanced experience with Ansible Automation Platform.
  • Strong scripting experience with Bash, Shell, or Python.
  • Experience creating, maintaining, and deploying custom RPM packages to support enterprise applications and platform standards.
  • Experience supporting large-scale enterprise infrastructure environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure.
  • Knowledge of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code practices.
  • Experience with VMware, virtualization platforms, or hybrid cloud environments.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
  • Red Hat certifications (RHCSA, RHCE) preferred.

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