job summary: Use the latest in systems management techniques to develop, test, and deploy configuration changes globally.Reduce administrative overhead wherever possible, an "automate everything" attitude.Identify key performance and capacity metrics and build scalable monitoring systems.Play a lead role in several R&D efforts and evaluate emerging technologies.Work closely with development teams on capacity scaling and performance tuning.Ensure Linux systems are adequately hardened and meet our security requirements.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ten years of experience managing a large 24x7 enterprise environment (hundreds of servers, multiple sites).Deep understanding of the Linux Kernel (scheduling, networking, I/O, monitoring).Solid background in configuration management (puppet/salt, build RPMs, deploy updates).Understanding of software engineering (design, testing, version control) and experiencein two of: Python/Ruby/C/C++.Highly methodical and analytical approach to problem solving and evaluating technologies.Dedication to quality and attention to detail. location: Chicago, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $130,000 - 140,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Use the latest in systems management techniques to develop, test, and deploy configuration changes globally.Reduce administrative overhead wherever possible, an "automate everything" attitude.Identify key performance and capacity metrics and build scalable monitoring systems.Play a lead role in several R&D efforts and evaluate emerging technologies.Work closely with development teams on capacity scaling and performance tuning.Ensure Linux systems are adequately hardened and meet our security requirements.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ten years of experience managing a large 24x7 enterprise environment (hundreds of servers, multiple sites).Deep understanding of the Linux Kernel (scheduling, networking, I/O, monitoring).Solid background in configuration management (puppet/salt, build RPMs, deploy updates).Understanding of software engineering (design, testing, version control) and experiencein two of: Python/Ruby/C/C++.Highly methodical and analytical approach to problem solving and evaluating technologies.Dedication to quality and attention to detail. The essential functions of this role include:working in a smoke free environment qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Linux EngineerLinux adminLinux System EngineerLinux Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information.