Linux SME

Role & responsibilities

Required Skills & Experience:
10+ years of extensive experience with various Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux/CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE).
Deep understanding of Linux internals, including kernel, file systems, process management, and networking.
Strong expertise in system automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack).
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl.
Extensive experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM, OpenStack).
Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Load Balancing).
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and perform root cause analysis.
Strong understanding of security best practices for Linux environments.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred candidate profile