3 to 6 month contract

The position we are seeking is a “Linux Engineer” who is an expert in configuration management tools – an engineer with a solid grasp of Yaml, SaltStack, and Puppet that will implement SUMA and RHEL best practices. The ideal candidate will have already gained experience developing software for a Linux distribution and be familiar with the complex mechanics of packaging and the structure of Linux systems.
Requirements

  • Provides high-level design and architectural guidance for SUSE Cloud Service and SLES
  • Pro-actively identify issues by becoming familiar with customer’s technical and business environment while providing recommendations for resolution to these issues
  • Share knowledge by writing technical documents and pro-actively sending helpful technical information to customers (upcoming patches, technical news)
  • Document and communicate work performed in provided systems and document as requested
  • Assist in the implementation of SUSE, Ubuntu, and Rhel solutions
  • Interact with the existing Support team as required to meet the customer needs and always in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven technical skills in delivering Linux solutions in one or more of the following:
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
  • SUSE Manager Implementation and administration
  • Good knowledge of salt-stack and puppet
  • Experience with building software packages for Linux systems
  • Very good system debugging skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and take initiative

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field required
  • Minimum of 5 years of SUSE experience.
  • Three years of experience in Linux administration, and/or SUSE Linux administration

Desired Skills:

  • suse
  • linux
  • administration

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